Also I can't see the light fixtures, but those are easy to update on a budget with something current. 

When we purchase a property, we always look into what permits have been pulled in the past to better evaluate the value and integrity of the structure and it's surrounds.You wouldn't need permits for aesthetic elements such as: Cleaning, painting or refacing cabinetry.Replacing cabinet knobs and drawer pulls with simple, modern hardware.Installing new countertops on existing cabinets.Replacing backsplashes.Updating lighting fixtures.Updating plumbing fixtures.Replacing floor coverings.Painting over existing interior and exterior surfaces.

Shine a light down and look.

This can make a difference not only with taxes and boro/magistrate fees but also resale/arv values because districts do hold a lot of weight when it comes to homeowners (and renters) making decisions on where to live).

If you get the green light, you can then proceed with the transaction and hire the lawyer directly when you have the review the purchase contract or make an offer.

So no bills for the owner (though owner normally has gas, and on larger properties there is normally a "house" electric meter for outdoor lights and maybe a house gas meter for laundry or hot water heater/broiler)As opposed to single / 'master' metered properties where the units are leased as 'all bills paid'

New or updated ktichens, all HW floors, fresh paint, new lighting, alarm systems, etc.. 

Sort of like running a traffic light changing from yellow to red  - OK as long as nobody catches you doing it.

I still buy the design materials (tile, lights, door knobs) but the basic materials I just have them buy and it's included in the quote.I would just ask the contractor to do the quote whichever way you want it done.

My girlfriend and I are about to jump in on our first flip and was hoping to get the green light from people here.We've been searching for rental properties mainly but happened upon a foreclosure that came up for sale just 2 days ago.