Recently, PM suddenly told me that this property needs "lead testing".My PM is not aware of this I already have 2-year lead certificate from the previous onwer AND assigned an inspector for lead inspection for me.

Property Inspections•Schedule property inspections to evaluate the current condition of each unit and ensure that you have a clear understanding of the properties you’ll be managing.

I would imagine I would still get the house inspected and appraised to minimize the risk.

Here's some guidance on buying your first investment property in Southern California or Columbus, Ohio:Down payment:For investment properties, lenders typically require 15-30% down payment on your first investment15% down is possible with excellent credit (700+ score)20-25% down is more common, especially for multi-unit propertiesSection 8 considerations:Pros:Guaranteed portion of rent from governmentPotential for longer-term tenantsMay be easier to fill vacancies in some areasCons:More paperwork and inspections requiredRent amounts set by local housing authorityPotential property damage concernsOther tips:Research local markets carefully - price trends, rental rates, etc.Factor in all costs - taxes, insurance, maintenance, vacanciesConsider starting with a single-family home or small multi-unitBuild a team - real estate agent, property manager, contractorsHave cash reserves beyond just the down paymentUnderstand landlord-tenant laws in your chosen locationI'd recommend talking to local real estate agents in both areas to get more specific market insights.

They’ll still do an inspection and they can still say fix thsi or I’m not buying.

I got free repair estimates (inspections) from two roofing companies.  

Currently have 3 renos going, move in tomorrow, closings this week, and a sec 8 inspection Thursday. 

Never trust wholesalers they have no duty to you to tell the truth.so that being said.. just use them as a lead source.run your own comps. do your own inspections and have your rehab crew give you estimates.

Your agent should have reviewed all this with you during inspection or due diligence period.

What are the common issues found during home inspections in this area?