@Bill Brandt I guess I now know not to expect any kind of precision from appraisals.

Even for STRs, I prefer to do a more manual and precise comparative analysis than just relying on Airdna. 

If you are trying to use your license as a way vehicle to get into investing, I would definitely make sure you enjoy the work before committing. 

Don't let a speed-bump stop your vehicle from moving forward!

(professions where people are most likely to be very thorough and precise)They have a sellers contract written up by a real estate lawyer, is this enough to smoothly go through a transaction?

My management firm is the vehicle that generates incomes in which I funnel into my own real estate deals.Most of my clients do the same thing via their biz, medical practice, high wages, etc.If you want to be truly wealthy do the same thing: grow a biz and funnel income into income property that's very hard to destroy!

Direct Mail, Wrapped Vehicles, Video and Yard Signs are the 4 biggest things we utilize in our marketing efforts.

You also will not likely get away with replacing rooms of carpet or certain other depreciated assets unless you can produce records showing they are less than 5 years old.Items we add to tenant restrictions are 1) no outside storage (or under house, attic, as appropriate); 2) no window AC without approval (to ensure proper installation that will not damage the property or create hazard); 3) Quiet Hours 10 PM - 8 AM Daily;   4) All vehicles must be currently licensed, insured, and operable; 5) if tenant responsible for yard service, must be maintained at least every 15 days; 6) Assistance Animal Policy (attached as addendum to rental agreement).

In my case all the missing info are missing because its a hassle to retrieve (like don't remember their vehicle tag), or they decided I really don't need it for screening. 

No one has a crystal ball to give you a precise prediction of where home prices will be in the future, so this is part of the inherent risk you're taking on.