It's a simple way to gauge the condition of the building's main sewer line.Unfortunately fraudulent rental applications are more common than one would think so good on you for catching that.

Mainly I’m trying to avoid “aged poorly design” glassblock walls, small bedrooms, older windows (wood/aluminum, single pane), aluminum patio covers, and to a lesser extent landscaping.

You should only have to do this with the largest items- mainly couches/chairs and dining sets.

Along the same lines, the buyer who can barely qualify for the entry level SFH is acutely aware of their cash shortage and therefore are going to be less accepting of household features near the end of their useful life, even if still functional and have a stronger desire for anything that is listed as a deficiency on the inspection report to be corrected. 

My main focus is long-term rentals, section 8 rentals to be more specific.

My concern is whether the city could deny permits for these modifications, such as removing walls or converting a garage, or if they are mainly just concerned with safety and habitability.

Building a reliable network of contractors is one of my main goals for this year to help me scale up moving forward.

Probably a little better fit than Mint since there are no ads and minimal cost with some better features. 

They will do a Good title search that no liens or mortgage issues with the firemineral rights transfer, easements, a survey, type things need to be clear.glad you escaped the fire with your health is main thing

So I think JLL is the main brokerage I should be hoping to work for, but I'm not sure how long JLL will be in this seat with VA.