A client did a termite inspection and it shows "no active termites found and tubes were dry".  

On the note of topics and code, depending on when the house was built if you replace the dry wall you lose grandfather status and will be required to update both the plumbing and electrical to modern standards.

in TX like west coast trustee sales are cut and dry. you pay on the spot and usually get your trustee's deed in a few weeks.. in judicial states the auction is just the first steps then you have to have a judge confirm..  

Its been a very successful ride stemming from hard work/dedication, being prepared for opportunities, and having the right mentors and network throughout the journey.

TL;DR I can just add 16% to my cookie-cutter eyeball budget from 2020.

How hot/cold or humid/dry, etc. 

I have an opportunity to purchase 10 high dry acres for $500,000.00 near my current home which is considered a more affluent and growing area.

You need to make sure the basement is 100% dry or you will deal with water and mold problems, destroying your investment.

Biggest thing I have seen on residential is foreign national loan product have dried up.

During the pandemic, I tried to rent to visiting nurses because my market had completely dried up - both vacationers and visiting scholars disappeared.