It shows that she -most likely- had a good score before she left and maintained it over the years.

To me it seems like some older couple that wants to cash out of their house, but still live there.The pictures are nice, looks like a well maintained home.So what's the wisdom of this board think?

See about getting a copy of the "Reserve Study". - Any upcoming Special Assessments. - Use restrictions (as with any HOA). 

However, the one thing I have maintained that you will not acknowledge after many attempts to ask you to do, is that there ARE exceptions. 

Tax software does a pretty good job, but studying up on what is recognized as incurred and what needs to be capitalized and depreciated is a good use of time.

In the meantime, read, study, practice, learn.....

Vertical integration has proven to be the only way that we can maintain a high standard.

I am studying Petroleum Engineering but have have decided that I am going to get into Real Estate Investing for some added security and stability when oil is down.

Then, get a cost segregation study done.

I explain they are free to live in the apartment or live elsewhere for the duration of the lease, but it is their responsibility to pay the rent and maintain heat in the apartment as per the terms of the lease.I also explain that circumstances change and I am human.