The property could not be properly insulated, the heater could not be functioning properly, the heat run size could be inadequate to some or all of the rooms.Really the landlord needs to have a heat guy come out and see why the property is not maintaining temp and what it would cost to fix it??

Paint, carpet and mini-blinds or all new kitchens?

I would GREATLY appreciate any, or all advice that you can give me as I have never been involved in this type of transaction, and I have to move quickly on this.TIArobbfrommt

To improve the thermal efficiency of the dwelling, the following are required:a) Weatherstrip all doors and windows to reduce infiltration of air when existing weatherstripping is inadequate or nonexistent.b) Caulk or seal all openings, cracks or joints in the building envelope to reduce air infiltration. c) Insulate all openings in exterior walls where the cavity has been exposed as a result of the rehabilitation.

Or, all the other houses are different?

Yes, the tenant could certainly get some or all of the rent abated (that happened to a friend of mine).

Also, you may want to check in the future with the County the applicant lived in primarily or all of them just to see if they ever were evicted before.

Most of the time some or all of the utilities will be shut off, which eliminates half of the inspection right there.

Make sure you "know" the loan will get done though, or all your cash will be stuck in the property until after the seasoning.

Additionally there could be special assessments for unforeseen repairs or inadequate budgeting/building reserves by association members.