Obviously you'll want to confirm any of this with your lender, but this at least gives you something to prepare with.The common items in the article are either relocation or an increase in dependents, but it also mentions if the LTV on your first FHA loan is in a good position that will be considered as well.https://www.fha.com/fha_articl...

Some things noted in the inspection report will be items that you should keep an eye on for future reference or homecare.

Also, residents usually don't make you come in and fix cosmetic items before closing. 

Some of them will have extensive training, some of them will have attractive commission structure.

We are looking for insight regarding calculating depreciation/wear/repair costs of common use items (refrigerator, freezer, W/D, gas fireplace, A/C, furnace, oven, stove, dishwasher, water heater, water softener, etc.).  

So those are some of the items working against youo

I would recommend minimizing spending on other items and extracurriculars with part time employment that would together total $1k a month which would could dedicated to debt pay down.

Property management, R&M and payroll are three separate line items.

What are the biggest items we need to discuss before going into this partnership?

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.