IMO - I would have a GC bid on the project, review and examine the scope of work that needs to be completed, and identify smaller (more labor intensive) projects that you may be able to easily complete on nights and weekends.

While you are examining heating, plumbing, electrical, smoke/CO detectors, weatherization, locks/doors/windows/screens, appliance function, etc, keep an eye out for lease violations and how well they take care of the unit.

Pay close attention to the state specific laws and rules about owning property.If you are going to buy and sell property then do not take the exam.  In

After examining the photos, I could see that this tenant had a cookie sheet against the door of the dishwasher, which blocked the detergent compartment door from flipping open. 

She is about a 45 year old lady that works in the Medical Examiners office here.

How different was the text/ materials from the FL RE exam versus the PSI exam in MD?

(research, get quotes, maybe pay to have an engineer examine it, find out if you would need to pull permits and whether that will trigger code compliance with other parts of the structure and so on and so forth).

Originally posted by @Donovan Castaneda:Pearline you have to complete a 48 credit hours of real state education course before you taking the state test The Missouri Real Estate Commission says to pass the real estate salesperson exam, you can : "....2) Be a licensed attorney and pass BOTH portions of the Missouri salesperson examination.

Drive to examine the problem  1/2 hour , drive to supply house to pick up materials 1/2 hour , drive back to house 1/2 hour , perform work 1/2 hour   There is 2 hours of labor not including materials .  

I'm examining all my options for Washington State and look forward to gathering ideas and information from you all - and sharing what I know and learn.