I have my contractor walk through it instead of a home inspection.Once you do a few, you learn to expect pipe bursts and leaks, sewer backups, etc so just factor those into your rehab estimate.The big question if you are looking to wholesale is -(a) I believe HUD has a restriction on the deed saying you cannot flip/wholesale it.

We may not respond until Monday morning for a broken blind, but for HVAC during extreme temperatures, plumbing leaks and other emergencies we will and I don't understand why any owner would not want to, just out of self interest.

Roofing - needs roof ( no leaks yet, I've been in the attic )Windows - ugh

As you all know, getting a phone call in the middle of the night from a tenant with no heat or water leaking is a nightmare most do not want.  

A few weeks ago, her washer and dryer hose burst causing a massive water leak.

Have the materials failed (leaks)?

I had a water leak at a property that required remediation.

They also can leak if not installed properly.

They're only required to repay you for health, safety, preservation of the property....fixing broken windows, roof leaks, locks, etc.#3. 

It's allowed me to do some of my own work like changing toilets and fixing leaking ceilings, but even if I don't want to do a job personally hopefully I'll have enough knowledge to not let a contractor over charge me, or recommend something I don't need.You'll also meet local contractors, and hopefully investors.They may offer an employee discount too.