If anyone can shed light on how they feel about KC in regards to a new investor I would like to hear it. 

Should I just always assume I'm going to need new floors throughout, new cabinets, countertops, appliances, most or all of the light fixtures replaced, new paint in and out.

Simple cosmetic updating - LifeProof flooring, paint, ceiling fans in living room and bedrooms, electrical switches/outlets, and updated light fixtures.

Simple cosmetic updating - LifeProof flooring, paint, ceiling fans in living room and bedrooms, electrical switches/outlets, and updated light fixtures.

If you can buy a stable light value add deal and get a 15% IRR on a 5 year hold and the vacant building only returns you 17%, it may not be worth it. 

Should I eat dark meat or light meat at turkey dinner?

I left them off and tried all outlets, lights and whatnot and everything seems to be working.

I have been using a ridiculously elaborate Excel spreadsheet for years, but feel a light version of a program might be better.

@Wayne Brooks, @Kee Wilder, I feel like Batman--someone mentions my name on BP, and it's like shining the bat light into the heavens, I know to come help! 

If it's already thin and the basement is going to be an issue, I'd drop it or have their agent to light a fire under their asses to adjust the price before they lose it and have a foreclosure on their record.