there seems to be some issues with plumbing electrical and roof but everything is minor.  

(lyrics in a song, I forget what song), but that is so true.More so with younger people than older people, but we are a lot like water or electricity, seeking the path of least resistance.

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The bank eventually sent out their Broker to do his Price Opinion on the house but we found that the house had been broken into, locks changed and a dog was occupying the house which had no power or running water.

Account Closed water is included in HOA but yes I'm paying for electric. 

We had a contractor look at the property and it looks like the current owner was trying to make it into a duplex and made some changes with the plumbing and electric that were not permitted and from what he could tell not up to code.  

The rules of thumb below generally works with houses between 1000-2000 sqft: (in more expensive markets these rules don't work)Cosmetics (paint, carpet) - $5,000Remodel kitchen & bathroom - $10,000HVAC + new AC condenser - $5,000Replace roof and sidings - $10,000Update electrical and plumbing - $6,000Then you can add a 20% buffer on the total repair estimate based on these rules of thumb.ONLY use these rules of thumb when prescreening properties.

I used a household power washer but I think it might need more than water to remove the grime.  

Hi everyone,I'm looking to build my Power Team and was wondering if anyone can refer a great RE attorney in the Monmouth/Middlesex counties area of New Jersey.Thanks in advance,Tara Mitchell

As for the home, i would get a professional in to look at the HVAC, plumbing and electrical.