When my mechanic says " I had to put new gaskets on your headers and tap out some old bolts" I say "Cool, Thanks.

These are grad students and not greasy boots auto mechanics.

The maintenance differential between a single-family and a two-family is twice the mechanicals, but the same amount of roof, exterior, etc.

An experienced agent will be able to look at the structure and mechanicals and give you a good idea of what to plan for. 

Tenant shall properly use, operate and safeguard Premises, including if applicable, and landscaping, furniture, furnishings and appliances, and all mechanical, electrical, gas and plumbing fixtures, and smoke alarms, and keep them and the Premises clean, sanitary and well ventilated.F.

I've heard that 87% figure tossed about all over the internet, but have found no study or basis for it, other than it's often repeated, perhaps because it suits the purpose of the people using it.Whatever the percentage failure of licensed agents, I'm sure it's quite high.

Good luck to all 100% agree my folks I fund in Cleveland put new roofs on all new mechanicals update plumbing new electrical if needed I mean a true rehab.. not just patch..

Either it's a setup for failure, and they know it, so no go.

I figure even if I invest, and it’s a failure, I’d at least have an amazing place on the East coast to visit.i would love to hear more from you. 

She did update the mechanicals and roof, so those pricy issues did not have to be addressed.