Rent control is a sign of an intrusive government that limits the ability of companies to compete with others in more business-friendly environments.

Quote from @Ismail Sogbaike: As I’m beginning to wholesale I’m trying door knocking for the first time this week, but I’m confused on what to say to the seller.Going to someone’s  home and soliciting for business reasons is the most aggressive form of “intrusive” marketing available.  

Water causes structural members and decking to deteriorate to a dangerous point when left undetected, and also attracts carpenter ants and termites that can cause extensive damage, far beyond the immediate area of the intrusion.

Findings are "Typical Root Intrusion", "Openings or inconsistencies noted in sewer line, signs of settling" recommendations are regular inspection and maintenance.

Jason's main concern was the need to implement things to prevent water future intrusion (flashing all over, sealing, things to close gaps in the wood siding, etc).   

Rent control is a strong indicator of an intrusive government: Google searchAfter filtering out cities that fail any of the above criteria, you will have a short list of potential cities.

So let’s take that path full on.No, the other way around, there is far too much government intrusion.

. ;-) I have been asked once or twice what I was going to use it for, which is an intrusion on my rights, so I simply say "private reasons" and they let it go.

Maintenance / SafetyAdd carbon monoxide and smoke detectors to 1stand 2nd floor (42) Remove old detectorsInstall gutter downspouts to prevent moisture intrusion (126) Reinstall vapor barrier in crawl space (127) Replace insulation within wall by the bathtub (106)§ To be discussed when wall is openedPine PanelingInstall 1x6 T&G Pine Paneling Everywhere that vertical paneling is currently installed.

You can have the AC inspected but there’s just nothing expensive that isn’t visible.But if you’re buying a 70 year old home in Texas you might have asbestos, lead paint, foundation problem, water intrusion, who knows.