It is in rough shape, but it is hard to get someone inside the next 6 months to do the rehab with a permit.

It will likely go for more than they are asking as it looks like it's in decent shape. 

If the existing service panels is in good shape and is sufficient for one of the units then I'd try to avoid replacing that. 

Now the damage was caused by them, which is why I have to stain the 2 smaller pieces.Otherwise the 2 smaller pieces are in good shape.1) So can I bill them the full $475, as they caused the damage to the larger piece?

The trend toward flat roofs is just silly in most areas (bc it causes water diversion problems, which then cause a myriad of other problems).

The house itself is in fairly good shape as the bank did many improvements including water heater, windows, furnance, etc.

We'll be discussing the latest trends, the local market, marketing tips, and much more.I would appreciate any of your feedback on the podcast and suggestions for future guests we might want to have on...thank you!

But I do feel bad for those who have already invested with him and never even seen the home or researched the trends. 

You want to understand the macroeconomics of the metro area (MSA), as well as key demographic trends in the submarket.It's always wise to research markets using various data sources.

So, national trends are not what you are likely to experience.