Pest control/Termites control cost 2. 

I would budget $3000/year, unless you can get a solid quote.Also, factor in regular termite treatment as a maintenance item, every wood frame property down here has some termite damage or activity, so treatment is a necessity.

Termite bond & pest control 600+ yr, 400-700+ hoa fee (depending on which neighborhood).

As far as the lease term, it depends on the landlord, but I've seen month-to-month up to six months (of course, a year would work fine too).

The reason I ask this question is because I feel long term its a sacrifice that will lead to a better understanding and more networking right off the bat in the real estate world.

Most lenders did away with the 40 year amortization term. It

The house gets termite infested, can you tent just your half?  

I have gotten three different quotes so far, one from a professtional termite company ~$7500, a contractor ~$2000, and a handyman ~$1500.

Inspection showed new roof and minor termite damage.

Minor things like missing copper, broken pipes, hot water heaters are one thing, mold and termite infestation can bankrupt you fast.