The dropped ceiling is stained, there are holes in the walls with wires hanging out, debris everywhere.

They can not tighten down enough or install hoses crooked onto the valve or the washers on the connectors in the wall.

It will say something like.Buyer retains earnest money and this will be considered full liquidated damages with no further action allowed.ORBuyer can elect to receive earnest money as damages and also bring suit for damages.ORIt can mention you choose one or the other.Really your contract can say anything so you need to read it word for word.

The power vent models can be side wall vented and don't need chimney.

The house was built in 1875 and has a stone foundation.The cistern was removed and the walls were jagged at those spots.

Has anyone done anything creative to cover cinder block walls on the interior?

I have always been able to bust up the floor and add any plumbing that I need with relative ease.Just focus on if there are any current water issues and take preventative measures as your do finish walls as you move forward.

Would you just include the HOA dues in that 50% since they take care of roofs, maintenance beyond the walls, etc?

No replacement is necessary, I only need to get it finished.Summary:The hallway (200ft) needs to have walls put up, right now all wiring and pipes are exposed. 1 floor is a construction site (3.300 sqft) with a ceiling height of 130ft (very high).

But we're not talking holes-in-the-wall and nasty like many REOs.