@Dave Foster, thank you for your reply! 

Thanks for your reply.

@Jonathan Greene hit the nail on the head with his replies.

When will I know the exterior wood rot is at a point when it HAS to be replaced because it's affecting the value of the home? 

Thanks to anybody who takes the time to reply!

Thanks for the quick reply! 

Hello,So I am buying a small MF 2 doors (this is my fist property), both occupied with tenants one is on a lease and the other is tenant at will.  I

Provide lender APPROVAL subject only to appraisal and keep the contract offer really short like 20 days,Thanks for the quick reply, they were able to tell me how much was left on the solar around $20,000. https://www.zillow.com/homedet...This is the house in question ^ It is listed at 800k.I want to offer $780k or $790k with the option that seller must pay off solar prior to closing.

That could also determine his comfort level in the area and if you'll want to start there.Thanks for your reply, Timothy.Yes, we also have the Section 8 housing plan here in CT.

@Theresa Harris thanks for replying.