Hey guys, I am looking to start buying and flipping houses with 2 friends but I am in a unique situation.

Are the systems old?

We do have a realtor who uses a flat fee system.

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Apartment buildings can be one story or multi-story, include two through dozens of living units, and may provide services such as clubhouse facilities, laundry, fitness center, swimming pool, and playgrounds.Property exposures are from the electrical wiring, heating, air conditioning, cooking and plumbing systems.

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I've been a software developer for 17 years specializing in Microsoft technologies and have my BS degree in Information Systems.  15 years ago I started learning about RE investing from a co worker that was embarking on this journey, and I read books like Rich Dad Poor Dad, Cashflow Quandrant, Total Money Makeover, How to Win Friends and Influence People, and other various "motivational/self-help books".  

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I thought about implementing a fine system where if I smell smoke or see a cigarette butt, then they get a $50 fine.

The value I see in the $35k is not in the education or coaching (though there is certainly value in that), but the turn-key access to their systems.