Question for those with sewage/grinder pump experience...

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Calling all plumbers!!!

Hello everyone, 

I am looking to buy a couple of homes as rentals on a single lot that are below grade. I.e. they both have pumps to get their waste to the street. The thought of failing pumps or something going wrong and both homes being covered in the back flow sounds horrific. Is this something I should pass on altogether even if the rest of the numbers work out? Is this a not if but when scenario? Any info, experience, stories and or advice is greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!!!