Also, are you trying to avoid one with an ice maker--potential here for additional maintenance if any issues arise.I've had Whirlpool, Samsung, Frigidaire in properties without any issues.Make sure you're aware of what the manufacturer warranty covers things such as parts, labor, and compressor.  

Part of my issue was not having a reasonably priced handyman ahead of time and eventually overpaying to just get it done and also inexperience as a manager.With that said, you essentially have two options: very cheap properties in less good areas (you're looking at 100k or less--which you might have trouble getting a good lender for)  or trying to do some sort of house hack (e.g. live in flip, live in rent by the room, multifamily) where you budget will be closer to 200k-300k.Personally, I would not look at real estate until you are maxing out your 401k and IRA, but lots of folks have done significantly better with real estate than stocks and would think I'm crazy for suggesting this.

If $150 is making or breaking the deal, then there's other issues. 

.- You can buy additional properties and DIY manage those, perhaps leaning on the PMC for any issues you're not sure how to handle on your own.Good luck:)

More important questions are all the ones like this:If there is a disagreement, how are issues resolved?

Such luxury as indoor/outdoor pool, park for skateboard, tennis court, tiki bar with dance floor… of course if you need to think about the ROI and how much maintenance it takesBest ROI items are - big screen TV, hot tub, playground, PS5, BBQ…The issue is cheaper items require more maintenance.

These books are filled with practical advice to help you avoid these mistakes that start small and snowball into major issues.

You can't resolve the issue unless you pay off the loan, the bank sends the property into foreclosure and your original seller sues you for breach of contract and ruining his credit. 

Specific technical issue that triggered this post.

There usually aren't photos of the basements and that's were most of the big ticket issues are.