James,You will also want to separate out "standard of living" items from "unhabitable" items.The landlord isn't responsible for thefts, vandalism, or the neighborhood going down the drain...He *is* responsible for major pest infestations, heat in winter, a plumbing system in good repair, getting rid of pre-existing mold, etc...

Proper insulation will keep the units cool except for the hottest weeks in summer and save tenants on winter utility bills in the winter.  

I see you are in Winter Garden.

At least it is a good time of year to find replacements, it isn't winter.

I estimate $1,000/year (but that includes snow in the winter.

Pharr, TX is next to McAllen, TX down in the valley and many winter Texans live in this area.

We just went with our realtors referral, which was a huge mistake because when the water was turned on my upstairs bathroom wasn't properly winterized.  

:__________________________________________________________Yes ____________________visual inspection of components conducted with no notable defects no water was introduced due to intact winterization _____________________________________several shingles were missing or out of place on the roof, no water stains inside nor in the attic Roof: Damaged --Other: N/ARoofing in acceptable condition?

I'm going to see if I can handle 1 winter.

Rumor is the market is softening a bit in Brooklyn (not as much foreign investment said one RE broker), I would look to buy into the fall and winter.