Plus, you were thinking long term. It

It looks like a lot, but most of what’s listed was relatively small and cheap.We’ll return to how we responded and why, but for now, I’ll just note that not only did the inspection ensure the buyer wouldn’t be completely blindsided by something like all the floor joists having been torn apart by termites, but what we ended up agreeing to more than paid for the cost of the inspection (usually $300 to $500).

Sounds like there may be active termites; seller should have to pay to treat them. 

Short term its leveling off and going to fall a little bit, but longer term its still going to increase.

Have a 1960s 30 unit single story motel where we are coming up on some end of life issues: the cast iron plumbing is disintegrating underneath bathrooms, radiators are starting to leak, electrical is in poor condition, and just today, discovered significant termite damage affecting multiple rooms.

@Cody MunozIf you invest for the long term it is really inconsequential unless you are over leveraged.

it sold for 2.2M.the property was a huge project also... leaking roof, mold, plumbing, lots of termites, 1970s everything. 

After that, you'll need to start repaying both principal and interest, which could also affect your cash flow.However, the flexibility of a HELOC can be beneficial, especially if you plan to make strategic investments that generate higher returns in the short term. It

Some of my properties on the beach also have a dry wood termite warranty and treatment plan.

.- Insurance companies do not typically cover termite damage unless the damage is so severe that it causes a floor/ceiling to collapse.