., which makes ultra-high purity process components used in semiconductor production, is opening a facility in Round Rock.

I originally decided on Guelph because it is a great market (low unemployment, low vacancy rates, good population growth, etc.) and the area also aligns very well with my lifestyle.

ANd they say appreciation is gambling  LOL.. great job great gambles perfect timing all the star's aligned congrats !

Your goals have to align for you to be happy.From the knowledge I have of your situation - if your numbers make sense I would do it.

Additionally, my deal contains a significant rehab/renovation component of around $15,000/unit, but like my opex situation, I do not currently have a way to validate that number against the scope of work I have outlined. 

real estate components of this plan?

I believe this answer would come down to your goals and what you want to achieve along with running numbers to see what is most reasonable in alignment to your goals.

Here in FL, the home inspection is more than just a QC of the major property components, but also plays heavily into financing and insurance:a) Is the going assumption that the property is sold "as is" or that repairs will be the responsibility of the buyer prior to closing?

Comp only.

It may not seem to align with RE, but the skills needed to be a rock star in any industry are more similar than you think.