Just a gentle reminder that getting copies of leases is one thing; getting estoppel statements from the tenants is another thing altogether.In really hot markets (seller's markets), a buyer may opt to forgo asking for estoppel statements to make their offer stronger, but in a balanced market or buyer's market, I advise my clients to insist on estoppel statements as well as the lease.The estoppel statement verifies with the tenant a few important things and is signed by the tenant confirming your assumptions based on the leases you receive.Which lease the tenant believes is their current one (which may or may not be the one the seller or the seller's agent gave you... that's one of the reasons you want the estoppel statement).How much money the tenant thinks the landlord (which will be you when you buy) is holding of theirs.

If you treat the home and abate the moisture and mold correctly you can sell the home eventually, look at the homes in a hurricane area that sale for example.

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Gently ask for referrals,  I'd also talk with brokers that you want to work for.  

They look great on paper.That all said (as a gentle warning), There are great deals that can be found in other cities.

There are no moisture or water problems.

In addition, he includes a thermal moisture test and house leveling test free with every inspection.

Is there a moisture issue?

The rear 25% of the lot (same with the 5 neighbors next to me) is considered a detention pond so it has a gentle slope/swale.

You can be a little more gentle if you choose.