I live in West Michigan and have reached out to a local inspector for advice referred to by an agent friend, but haven't  heard back yet.

Find a good inspector that is trusted by professionals in your area and get a good pulse on the effective life of your big ticket items (Roof, HVAC, HW heater, etc.) and calculate out how much each will cost to replace, then do the math backwards for what you need to put aside for CAPex and maintenance. 

today i arranged an Asbestor inspector ($170  + $20 per sample) inspected the window side for signs of asbestos.The work is on hold and didnt make any progress as they tenant threaten the works about lawsuit and they are scared (i guess). 

You can’t go too wrong for $115k barring something obvious the title company or an inspector should catch. 

Asbestor inspector took samples today and send to lab.

Inspectors don't actually inspect roof work.

:)@Gary Siver this duct sweating issue is a HUNCH my realtor has (he used to be an inspector).

We needed to get a specialized inspector because the initial inspection report said that one of the walls was an inch off.

Monitor your score and if you've got credit cards/student loans/etc. pay things on time.A few months in advance speak with lenders about pre-approval.Also, if possible, whether through an investor who buys often or through a contractor or RE inspector, do some property walkthroughs and you'll quickly learn what to look out for repair-wise when viewing a property.

I paid a home inspector close to a grand that a contractor who looked at the job and priced it could have done for free.