Nothing else on your list matters if this purchase doesn't achieve your investment goals.Also, you have NO WAY to determine your offer price until you run the numbers!

If you buy properties in a city where rent increases don't outpace inflation, you can't achieve financial freedom—no matter how many properties you acquire.For example, suppose you buy enough properties to generate $5,000/Mo, which replaces your current income.

Building a strong team, including a knowledgeable accountant, can make all the difference as you move forward.Best of luck on your journey—you're on the right track, and it’s clear you’re willing to put in the work to achieve your goals.

They want the heating element to be inspected however we know it is working properly and the main heat/AC for their unit is the mini split, not the thermostat.

But if you ARE the person who can achieve X (whatever your goal is) then the how will reveal itself. 

Depending on the neighborhood you may actually achieve higher appraisals if appraised as 5 separate units.

I’m contacted multiple times a week by individuals who buy lousy real estate in Philly and I hear “ but the agent told me” or “the wholesaler promised me” it was a legal use…the rents would increase…..I could rent this section 8 and achieve xyz rent etc. etc.  

There are some creative financing options and unique properties that might align well with your goals.I'd love to grab a coffe sometime and hear more about what you're looking to achieve if you are ever in the Phoenix area.  

Together, we can navigate the complexities of your first investment and set you on a path to achieving your long-term goals.Wishing you the best of luck on your real estate journey!

My first 6 RE investments achieved this infinite return as I extracted all my cost via a refinance.