That issue could point to a major problem. 

If you end up paying a little out of pocket, no problem...As far as offer price, try offering $225k and make them say no or counter.

It doesn't take 6 months to figure out this problem, as evidenced by the fact that the inspector figured it out in 10 minutes or however long he was there. 

This poses a serious problem as the incoming tenants have typically given a 30-60 day notice to their previous landlord so they are almost always under a time crunch and may have already made arrangements with moving companies and utility companies.

There are probably gems out there and it’s not a problem as long as the prices keep going up; however, what you’ll pay $200k for here in Pensacola is likely $500-$600k+ there.

Great to hear you are factoring taking over someone else's problem as part of the price. 

Phoenix was a hot spot for the cause of the problem, as was Las Vegas.In 2020, housing is an innocent bystander to a probable recession caused by a pandemic.

I have not had a huge problem.

I'd remove the ponds because the upkeep and maintenance will be a problem as a rental.

A door that won't open because the toilet is too close to it is a problem; a kitchen light that isn't quite centred in the room, not as big of a deal.