As we all know, this affordability crisis is making it difficult for first time home buyers (such as myself) to get into the market.

As you're probably aware, the English language can be very difficult to understand with the same word meaning multiple things.If the items pointed out are safety issues, you need to get them fixed regardless of whether you rent the place or live there.

(It is understood that for tax/legal advice I should always speak with a tax/legal professional, so whatever you feel comfortable sharing is much appreciated.)Is it difficult to send in the tax? 

There are going to be some rules and regulations surrounding banks that prevent, or at least make it difficult, for them to "pass on" information on their clients. 

Most of the areas of town with strong rent to price ratios are also places where it's relatively more difficult to attract tenants and also where turnovers are more common.

Personally guaranteeing the loan may make it difficult for your to "walk away" from the business. 

That being said, at least in my general area its really not hard or difficult to get a permit. 

It's difficult to compare all the nitty gritty.

I have been planning on moving into one of the units but dealing with difficult inherited tenants.

Beyond that, you'll just have to take the chance that nothing difficult pops up.