Yun anticipates a loosening of inventory, with more resale and new construction homes entering the market.

Well, I wouldn't buy a property that barely covers the mortgage, but I am definitely loosening my standards. 

Open a window or turn on the exhaust fan to allow fresh air to circulate.Step 2: SafetyPut on rubber gloves and, if you're sensitive to mold, safety goggles or a mask.Step 3: Remove ItemsTake out any items or toiletries from the shower to access all the affected areas.Step 4: Dry BrushingStart by using a dry scrubbing brush to loosen and remove any loose mold or mildew on the shower walls and grout.

Also, schedule a masseuse to come over and give them a massage before speaking to them to loosen them up.

With the assumptions that we have a decent income ($90k) and we would have to put down less than 20% (also assuming lending will loosen a bit from current crisis)Apologies on the confusing Q.

Estimate for repair is 10-15k.Damage to the siding, potential pest infiltration, they did not inspect for pests (If I think about moving forward with this I'll get someone to look for this)Furnace+water heaters are on their way out -- 15+ years old for furnace, 10+ years old for water heater.Sagging floors in basement, inspector said that was common in buildings of this age.Loose toilets (makes me worry about water damage in the bathrooms -- those bolts don't loosen up on their own normally...)I'm leaning towards passing on this, but I'm not sure...I'm worried about the potential for major problems in the coming years.

Recently FHA has been loosening restrictions and the other two will soon be following their lead.If you're acquiring a property for your personal residence.

Values are up, financing guidelines are loosening up, and investors are popping up everywhere to buy all the cheap deals.

I'm with you Melodee, it in fact is getting better as the funds slow down and inventory loosens up.

Do you think Seattle will loosen the rules for Landlords in the future?