I had planned on doing the work myself!

We got one toilet to work and we slept on the dining floor.

ABC Baltimore appraisal came at $102,000 (contingent on the basement flooring being fixed).

We are planning to live in the owner's unit and tenants above have lease that is expiring mid 2024.

Are you planning on holding these properties forever?

The type matters and their plan on acquisition and exit strategy.  

I’m planning to buy an investment home that is already rented.

I'm looking to build a 2500 sq ft two level ecofriendly single-family home which incorporates natural surrounding into the design, I'm trying to figure out what my cost should be for architectural plans: elevation, floor plan, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, etc.  

Mind providing more clarity on the asset you are purchasing and the overall business plan with making it perform? 

They did give you info that they love your place, plan to stay forever, and accordingly you should increase the rent $250 per month if allowed by your local laws for the aggravation of dealing with them.