Non ad valorem would be taxes that are evenly applied to all properties regardless of value on a per-property basis, commonly for community road improvements, new fire stations, CDD (community development district), or other items like that which impact a small part of the county which those seeing benefit repay over a period of time.

It’s common sense but some folks would rather spend that money each month on cigarettes and booze clothes eating out nikes etc, .

Traditional multifamily units are not as common here as in other areas of the country so that makes the market very competitive.

Is that common in your market? 

@Faysal Alam, you are experiencing a common blocker to anyone doing something new.

Private back yard common space. 

Evictions can be more common than you think.

Since I'm new to the process, I'm wondering if this is a common thing.

It's a very common phenomenon with those who just don't want to see beyond the curtain, So before sharing your goal with anyone I check whether their thought process in line with mine and take a decision whether or not share my real estate goal with them, Though I believe in sharing goals with like-minded people because then you may find someone who can support you to reach towards your goal. 

I believe usually for repairs it’s common to multiply $100/ sq ft ( for LA/Los Angeles area) but based on the upgrades he has and it being in Long Beach ( about 20min from LA) and all do u recommend a lower number per sq ft.?