It’s a 2006 home so no crazy unexpected issues.  

There's more surprises looming that you arnt aware of yet.

You would be surprised how many people sue their landlords  because of the 3, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8 second hand smokers affect their health and anyone that touches the door knobs.

You'd be surprised how many people don't understand what being a co-signer actually means. 

Making a larger down payment can improve your loan terms, but keeping some cash reserves is also crucial for unexpected expenses and future investments.

Since it is your first deal, some things to consider before acquiring would be:- Have you underwrote to account for unexpected expenses?

And yet, you might be surprised how much foolishness you’ll uncover if you peel back some onions…

Keep them updated on the project's progress, especially if you encounter any unexpected issues or delays.- Consider using hard money loans as a bridge to longer-term financing if you're planning to keep the property as a rental.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

The roofer that did the job is part of the program (no surprise).