I have a pretty clear idea of what zip codes I want to invest in ( the inner loop) and what type of properties. 

There is also code of conduct by which the agent is to abide during the transaction.While I am certain some agents will act on the vendor's best interest (or their own), my experience has been you can do well as a buyer in this situation.

The international property maintenance code which is the document many building department use for determining overcrowding complaints is based on the followingMinimum 70 square foot bedroom 1 occupant Minimum 50 square feet per person for two or more i.e. minimum 100 square feetIt does not address ages or relationships Many zoning ordinances have rules of more than 2 or 3 persons unrelated by blood is a violation.  

Insurance is really something that is hard to compare to others because there are dozens and hundreds of rating factors, down to the zip code and literal street corner.

Mine can set door codes, message (or call) guests, schedule cleaners, adjust the thermostat, monitor my cameras, & call a plumber just as easily as a local PM can, for 1% of the costHire good cleaners, a solid handyman & befriend some helpful neighbors.

I'm am out of state investor, so having a difficult time getting a hold of someone at the city who can provide more insight (i.e. were the homes built according to code?

I hope you have strict cancellation policy with all your listing sites.

Turnover rate by zipcodeHello my Phoenix investors,Is there a way to pull all the highest turn over rates by zip code or subdivision from the mls ?

You are "able" to do anything you want with your 401(k), but you do have to adhere to the rules outlined by the tax code. 

Another downside is you loose on the advantages, of the Federal Tax Code, by not closing in the name of a LLC.