Any tips or opinions on this topic would be much obliged!

The seller needs to find a way to be honest without tipping their hand.

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I disagree as the attic would make a perfect bedroom, even though it cant officially be called a bedroom, for a kid and I took all the steps to make sure that there would be no water issues in the basement (Dug drainage along house, added "pond liner" and waterproofing tar along exterior of basement walls).

Often with probate where mom and dad leaves house to 3 kids equally. 

Any tips or recommendations for securing favorable terms?

My gut tells me that Texas, particularly Austin and Houston, could be where the next wave of growth and expansion occurs, mainly driven by strong business and job creation trends.Here’s what I’m looking for in my US investments:Free-standing houses with a good land component, at least 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, and in well-maintained condition.Budget : Will have to keep a factor of safety for the current exchange rates of AUD.USD = 0.68 so will cap our budget at 250K- 300K.Yielding over 6%, with a slight cash flow positive outcome, while also offering medium-term capital appreciation potential.Holding for at least 5 years or more, with a view towards steady growth.The long-term goal is financial independence, reducing reliance on salary-based income, and building assets during this accumulation phase.Debt reduction is on the horizon—looking to consolidate and start winding down debt within the next 7 years.If anyone has experience investing in the Texas real estate market or any tips on navigating US property investments, feel free to share your thoughts!

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Now if they got married, had kids, and a vast majority still lived in apartments that MAY have the makings of a trend.