If a inspection uncovers something hidden, I would still renegotiate or walk away.  1a) I would never buy a condo as an investment for many reasons.  

What does Baltimore offer , it has rental inspections , highest property taxes in the state , worst schools in the state , high crime rates , higher insurance rates , longer time to evict tenants , slower appreciation .

We have discussed inspecting water lines to see if we need to replace or god forbid drill a new well.

. 🎉 I’m still finalizing things with my lender, but before I move forward, I want to be 100% sure I’m covering all the key steps.Here’s the checklist I’ve put together so far:Home inspection – to catch any hidden issues.Appraisal – to confirm the property’s value matches the offer.Financing contingency – securing my loan approval without surprises.Title search – ensuring there are no liens or legal issues.Seller disclosures – reviewing any known problems upfront.Neighborhood research – making sure the area fits my investment goals.Are there any crucial steps I’m missing or anything you think I should focus on more?

I think it is refer to as the (inspection period) 1.

This includes hiring an inspector to check for structural problems, arranging for a pest inspection, and getting a professional appraisal to ensure the property's value matches the bank's asking price.

You need to personally physically inspect— never take anyone’s word about anything.

And attend the appraisal inspection yourself.

.- Inspect every apartment and develop a scope of work.- Evaluate all major systems (mechanical, electrical, roof, plumbing, foundation, etc).

I would recommend sending out a roofer who can inspect your homes for free.