Also, you can find out what work needs to be done by hiring a reputable inspector.  

(Gas company, insurance company, building inspector).

If it were me, I would start with an agent and then look for an inspector who might do a "light" inspection for a fee.Matt

We include in our pricing workmans comp , office expenses , time getting permits , waiting for inspectors , time setting up deliveries , dumpsters ' Contractors are in business to make money , not save the customer money . 

As realtor/investor who specializes in working with investors, I can be your one-stop shop here connecting you with home inspectors, general contractors, and property managers all of whom I know and trust.

Never buy any property without physically inspecting it and its neighborhood yourself, AND having it thoroughly inspected by a great inspector who YOU select and pay for.

Alterations to the original building plans, however small, can create risks.In a nearby county, they have inspectors going around town to check for any unauthorized alterations, A co-worker had an old window AC, his wife was tired of not able to open and use that window, opted to buy a through the wall AC.

I know many of us currently rely on spreadsheets and manual checklists, which can be for some tedious process and prone to errors.I’d love to hear from those who are directly involved in the due diligence process—investors, brokers, attorneys, inspectors, you name it.

I have a house in Toledo, Ohio that I’m trying to get over the line with section 8 inspection.My contractor (who I know and trust) did significant work to ensure the house was up to code.The first scheduled inspection was cancelled by the inspector stating there were too many deficiencies, I endeavoured to reach out for details of the deficiencies but was met with silence and unable to get any info.The second inspection came back with a list of 18 items, some of which I consider petty, such as a small groundhog hole in the backyard.She is also asking for “Front attic window area and front fence needs a full house lead clearance examination by a licensed lead inspector “.

One "bargain" cost me $30,000 in hidden repairs - don't repeat my mistakes.Build your team early: a realtor, inspector, contractor, accountant, and maybe a property manager.