I could just see somebody's dumb behind having a heart attack, heat stroke, or burn in that thing, then they or their family will hire an attorney to prove your sauna is 0.3 degrees hotter than the industry standard, doesn't have the correct signage, you didn't post the number to 911 inside the sauna....some sort of nonsense to make it your fault and expensive. 

I will definitely keep your advice to heart as I move forward!

There is useful information about Wisconsin security deposits refunds from page 8:https://datcp.wi.gov/Documents/LT-LandlordTenantGuide497.pdfI am not familiar with Wisconsin law by heart, am not a lawyer in any state, and the following is my general advice to anyone in your situation:1.

,I'm 100% with @Jason DiClemente... it looks outdated and dingy now (no offense), and the kitchen is the heart of the home and is what people look at first!   

I will definitely take all these to heart when purchasing my first OOS property. 

Negotiating is not for the faint of heart and I would not suggest rookies to do it too aggressively from the beginning, so it is wise that you are not doing it until you are more comfortable.Also, every sellers motivation is different.

You had or have the ability to counter at 3%, 2%,,,,whatever your heart desires.

There are professional tenants out there that know how to play the long game and cost you a lot of time and heart ache.  

Price $500k has Commercial front and other opportunities.I see this property having the potential for loft living.Near the heart of downtown and gov building/offices.25 mile to Walmart and other shopping centers.local transportationMarc Train to DCThe list goes on.....HOW do I get this deal?

I was a single mom at the time, and it broke my heart.