Also, it's imperative to check all plumbing and electrical, including smoke/CO detectors.  

Impact windows throughout, with updated electrical.

Impact windows throughout, with updated electrical.

If the mechanicals of the home (plumbing, electrical, roof, and HVAC) are all centralized to a single unit, I think your home inspector stands a much better chance of spotting an issue as opposed to a multi-unit with multiple independent systems that may or may not be accessible due to tenants.As for closing costs, try to push the closing date until you have the funds available?

What I don't like about the property:Location (possibly, but that's why I'm coming to everyone on the forum for advice)Possible costly repairs to fix the upstairs units, the bones look good from the pictures but I understand that it would need an inspection from a professional to assess things like the roof, electrical, plumbing, etc. 

Keep in mind we do not have known cost amounts for these repair items, and can just make estimates, and hope no other costly issues are uncovered after attacking some of the repairs.My question is, with our next interaction with the selling agent, should we:A) Ask for the major repairs be metB) Ask for a decrease in agreed upon price (without great idea of what the repairs will cost)C) A combination of both; settle with some repairs met, and a decrease in priceOur entire list is below: (keep in mind that I am not sure if all of these things need direct attention to get the unit rent-able, or if some items can be overlooked for now and deal with later as they become more of a problem)Repair List:Items that need attention before renting unit:Big Ticket Items:Install furnaceInstall all new appliancesInstall water heaterExterior electric power supply is damaged, needs repairInstall guttersNo termite treatmentNo gas meter, install newAttic decking has moisture damage, needs repairSmaller Repair Items:Install electric panel faceplate and secure exposed wiresTwo prong outlets (could not test), swap out, install GFCI where neededTrim tree limbs in contact with power linesMissing light cover under front entranceRepair kitchen windowsRepair kitchen sink leakRepair utility room leakInsulate atticSeal gaps in living room doorLoose bathroom faucetAdjust shower water pressurePatchwork performed in multiple rooms, walls are plaster on wood lathe- which I have been told can have asbestos issues once opened upDeferred Cost Items:Large tree removalTorn and missing roof shinglesSeal plumbing boots on roofRaised soffit under car portSecure electrical lines in attic, they run over attic stringers, not through them (necessary?)

Kitchen, flooring, bathrooms, paint, insulation, drywall, electrical, plumbing, new heating system, windows, doors What was the outcome?

Think of it from a maintenance perspective, cleaning, fixing, maintaining - one roof, one building, one plumbing/electric/water system versus multiple.

The local electric company offered them free to reduce water heater costs.

The only tricky part here is i need electric obviously to power the pump on the well and I’m not sure how that would work if there are 2 units.