You can't do that when you are in a fight for food and survival.Paying for college, rent, maybe a cheap car and gas can help them focus on other things and develop their potential.

The majority owner should be required to sign reps & warrants at closing to be personally liable for them.You didn't mention checking the plumbing - hidden plumbing leaks can cause more damage over time than just about anything else!

Ft homes and going to renovate with new appliances ( Refrigerator, dishwasher, stove(electric or gas), washer/dryer, microwave etc.HVAC system is electric (15 amps) and there is gas water heater.Do you anyone know if what it can cost to upgrade electric panel to 150 amps/200 amps?

Toilet leaks, some stuff like that.

Or you find a 2+1 which is a legal 2-family with an extra boarder unit that an owner can usually occupy (attic or basement) without a gas line to a stove.

(a Roofer) And that same Roofer can take off the Cap of the gas exhaust pipe, install the storm collar, and reinstall or replace a new cap back on.

Leaks, mold, and lots of hidden problems.

(For example, a minor leak that when neglected turns into something more significant.)In conclusion, I'm not going to tell you it's all candy canes & lollipops with Section 8, but if you properly vette all of the particulars, in can be something that works for you.

Suppose, for example, the tenant delays in reporting the leaking roof - then you've got mold, damaged ceilings, etc.  

Sometimes you just can't have a gas connection or stove.