I have moved both parents in with me.  We are now clearing out their old home that they lived in for over 60 years.  Before selling the home, they want to complete repairs and updates (est. $60k).   Home in the area a...

IIRC, the backstory is the guy is retirement age and ready to move on.

Daaimah,I think you commitment at an early age is to be wholeheartedly commended.  

On normal deals I looke for $250+, for $0 down I'd be comfortable with $100 but like @Darryl Bass I'd get as many as I could get, but depending on the age of the property.

The homeowner wants to sell due to age and health issues as they were also self managing the properties.Three buildings for a sale price of $165,000 in a northern region of the USTen units in total with rental income of $6,125Expenses are high due to utilities (oil heating) by owner. 

Depending on the age of the property, you may need to reserve large amounts for maintenance.

Age, Incomes, Gender and migration or flight from the areaEmployment- Is it near my market area and will it support an economic base.Infrastructure- How is the status of the local community.

Was it age or was it a breakdown in the system?

My problem is that in comparison, downstairs looks "aged".

Many counties have their tax and courthouse documents online, and you can find out things like the square footage, beds, baths, age, construction info, etc.