Basically,  I would look at my costs for each option,  and choose the one that offers the best value for my businesses model.Hope that helps. 

Basically it’s a $500 per month swing.

Basic business psychology also suggests you are going to get a far worse deal than dealing with a willing seller.

Basically.

I was basically told to deal with it or contest the appraisal, I chose to deal with it.

I would hope to eventually have long term dependable tenants so I don't need the company as much but I am basically looking for someone to poke holes in my plans and see if there are any flaws.

The rule is basically that you can estimate NOI is 50% of the total potential rent at the property.

Ultimately, how far you push things comes down to value of your time and legal considerations, meaning if it goes to court, who has a better case?

He's been traveling all over and spending a good deal of money to take courses, go to conferences, etc but the overall sentiment I get from him I think is half of the answer to your question.He, as well as those you describe, is basically on a quest for "The Perfect and Best Way" to invest.

Basically, what makes this home be $100k more than similar comps.