I would go with option 2 and see if there was any single story homes available but wouldn't be a deal breaker for me.

this is a condo building. each apartment has its own meter in the basement. one of the breakers works only when it is 3/4 way ON. it does not work when it is in ON position all the way. what would be the safest way to replace the breaker ?

You’re probably right, just thinking out loud…Jim – I am definitely going to gather more info on the private water/sewer issues as that could be the deal breaker.

If you get 5 quotes, 1 will be high, 1 will be low and 3 in the middle.Also, most insurance companies who will write a 30 unit complex will not write small (4 units and under) properties, so don't make any assumptions on premiums based on small properties.In this market, all insurance companies are really scrutinizing the age of the roof (older than 18 years can become an issue) and want to see circuit breakers for the electrical. 

Believe it or not, this had some great results because the people that called saw the humor in it and it was an ice breaker :)

Check out E Mon sub meters for circuits or sub panels.  

I don't go often, but when I do, a handful of business cards and a list of pointed questions.Here's a snippet from my review of the two-day free seminar I attended regarding C3PS system that Dave Lindahl pitches:Again, I don’t mind being upsold at a free seminar, and in fact I didn’t expect to learn anything of relevance, my plan was to meet some other investors who aren’t on the LV REI club circuit, and maybe even someone who might be interested in our Portfolio.

Try not to drag the electrical through the puddle.Curse some moreRemember to turn off the circuit.  

I pulled the front panel off the breaker box to inspect the work my contractor did when he re-wired my entire house.  

If I "had" to ground them legally would GFCI breakers be the best/cheapest fix to say they are grounded?