We would like something that can compute CAM and taxes, etc.

Also to your point about D vs A - I think that your turnover costs would be cheaper for an a class property that a D class.

Depreciable basis will be purchase price + renovations

Would be fun to see some fellow BiggerPockets people there. 

I'm not familiar with these deals, but would be very careful when looking at historical results.  

Hey guys just  creating some dialogue but if you were going to buy and hold in a new market what would be some great questions to vet a property management company?  

If you have any tips and tricks and best methods to getting my first sale that would be very helpful and appreciated. 

Which brings me to the purpose of my post: What types of jobs/professions would be best to learn more about real estate investments - particularly for someone who wants to focus on residential and (eventually) commercial multi-family properties?

This will likely be a long term buy & hold, either SFH or a 2-4 unit building.Is a 30 year-fixed loan with 20% down possible?

I would make sure to talk to your local handyman and explain to him you are about to move out of state and would call him if you needed something.