Some things came up in the inspection that increased my potential rehab costs to 20k on the high side, likely 18k.   

Before coming to BrightSide, I was the manager of a successful home inspection company based in Knoxville, Tennessee.Since March 2023, I have been helping property managers in the short term vacation rental market learn to use our product and provide support.

By nature of his work, he knew who did good jobs and bad jobs - he was there inspecting homes and saw who did what.I have retooled this list over time.

And if so, what are the benefits of section 8 if the only guarantee is the direct deposit and yearly inspection?

If a landlord needs to enter a property for an inspection or repair, a two-day notice is required.

There’s more hoops to jump through in terms of inspections and a lot of hurdles.

I am assuming 10% vacancy, 10% repairs.A couple things just came up during inspection and I will likely try to get a lower price but I don't think I will be able to get it.Should I just go for it anyways? 

On #3 - as an out of state investor, how do you handle that inspection?  

The city recently inspected the property and determined that a converted garage was poorly constructed.

Also, you may be required to pay homeowner’s insurance and prorated property taxes for the remaining year.Inspection/appraisalLike buying residential properties, investment properties are subject to inspections and appraisals.