.- Address buyer's concerns with reputable local professional and expert evaluations and written estimates.For example if the deck needs to be repaired or replaced, during the contingency period I'll attempt to have at least 1-2 licensed contractors provide written estimates.

@Conrad Legé In addition to what others have said, I would call the listing agents of the pending listings that you are trying to use as comps.

You could also think about buying vacation properties to provide opportunities for family trips.

If it's something you want to pursue after that my company does provide consulting services to help guide people through the process.   

They charge an annual fee, but there are no additional transaction fees. 

Ideally, we can connect next week and my team and I can provide a free consultation on what may work best for you and your Mom with a few more details, but if I were to take the situation at face value and try and brainstorm an idea. 

Hello BP community.I’m dealing with removing an underground oil tank from my property in Newton NJ.I hired a company to do the removal/remediation MARKSMEN ENTERPRISES, LLC.The initial estimate they gave me was 8K, and they said there could be potential additional cost depending of what they find.

As such your underwriting should treat this as a duplex.I suspect eventually virtually all of Chicago will allow additional units but it could quite a few years.  

I sent her the check for returned security deposit by certified mail to a P.O. box she provided me.

CA taxes residents on worldwide income but may provide a credit for taxes paid to other states.