The hot water tank exploded and water was sitting in the utility room/kitchen for quite awhile.

Work would/may include vanity replacement, tub replacement (jacuzzi tub), wall/ceiling retexturing, kitchen cabinet and counter replacement, tile work, trim, sink replacement, possibly some minor plumbing rerouting.We are looking for someone or suggestions of someone competent, reliable, and timely (isnt everyone?).

Concrete block on a slab with terrazzo floors; each unit needs a kitchen, bath, and half bath; copper pipes in the slab; no central air in Sarasota, Florida; newer exterior electrical panels in rough shape; the roof looks newer and isn't apparently leaking.

If he really is a short-timer (which is questionable, IMO, based upon the circumstances you describe), then he'll probably move when he can work it out - whether it's at the end of the 3-month period or in the middle.

I am a full time real estate investor, renovator, and house flipper.

then you want to look at the kitchen arrangement to identify any hazards.

Kitchen is a complete gut.

We allow first timers to attend our meetings for free.

It shall be non-refundable upon execution and assignment (if applicable) of this contract, and will be deducted from the purchase price.(17)INCLUDED IN THE PURCHASE:The property shall also include all land, together with all improvements thereon, all appurtenance rights, privileges, easements, buildings, fixtures, heating, electrical, plumbing and air conditioning fixtures and facilities, window shades, Venetian blinds, awnings, curtain rods, screens, storm windows and doors, affixed mirrors, wall to wall carpeting, stair carpeting, built in kitchen appliances, bathroom fixtures, radio and television aerials, landscaping and shrubbery, water softeners, garage door openers, and operating devices, and all utility or storage buildings or sheds.

You may find the keys left on the kitchen counter when you enter the unit on Saturday.