The inspector checks the plumbing and electrical systems, the roof, the foundation, the HVAC system, and the general structural condition.

The area wasn’t heavily affected... but a tree on the property was uprooted and unfortunately knocked down part of the home (roof and foundation were affected). 

FHA has the appraiser check inspect the house for health/safety and to make sure there is good life on the roof and systems. 2.

Engage professionals to inspect major components such as the roof, plumbing (including sewer lines), foundation, drainage, electrical systems, HVAC, chillers, boilers, termites, exterior walls, balconies, stairs, rails, and concrete.

It has a steep learning curve from what people say.

Your mechanicals and capital expenditures are a lot more important and more expensive to fix than a pretty kitchen. its better to live in outdated kitchen and have a well kept home with updated mechanicals/roof/hvac than one that looks pretty but will start to crumble5.

The note seller might be offering a steep discount because, as a 2nd lienholder, they are in a junior position and could get nothing if the 1st lienholder forecloses.

Kill 2 birds with 1 check, reinvigorating areas and creating the growth and expansion that feeds not only housing needs but with all the ancillary things one needs to have along with a roof over the head. 

So I hired a company to pressure wash my apartments (8 units) in New York State and the guy fell off the roof.   

If the roof needs to be replaced, who pays?