I’m investigating 2-4 unit rentals in SE/NE Portland area.

"inherited homes" - I'm not aware of any way to identify "inherited homes" per se, though some services do sell public record probate filings.

So no, not my screw up per se, but when working with first-time rehabbers, I'll be a lot more attentive toward making sure they know what they're doing.

Hey Anthony,I live in Pearland and am hoping to soon get some properties in the SE area.

We're in SE Michigan and getting lots of rain here- I can see where the sump pump might have just not kept up. 

This was due to the concrete and the type of foundation and floor slab - this basement had what is called a monolithic pour and that can result in thicker areas for the jackhammer crew.I have been able to find prices below $100 per linear foot of perimeter, so I think his projected prices might be high - at least for SE PA.Now, if the property is inside the City of Philadelphia, this water could be due to how the storm drain and sanitary sewer system in Philadelphia are one and the same, not separate systems.

We aren’t “investors” per se, we are a blue collared family trying to do what needs to be done so my husband can retire someday. 

Don't forget about SE taxes.

I have read Lonnie Scrugg's books. I have experience in residential cash flowing properties. There are just so many mobile home parks in the surrounding areas I am looking at: Brighton, Howell, Ann Arbor, Canton and s...

Also you can use keyless se locks with codes you can change.