Bricks crack and the facings flake off and that usually is not a serious problem, but if you can move them that means you could have air infiltration which can effect the draft causing problems and being a safety issue.

Since 2006, I replaced all three bathrooms in the house, refinished the hardwoods, rugs, hot water heater, air conditioner, added pavers in the rear patio, replaced all windows and the list goes on and on as I’m sure everyone can imagine.

My perspective comes as a licensed mold assessor in the state of Texas, and as an expert witness who has testified in lawsuits between parties after the disclosure, repairs, and sale were completed poorly.If your issue of concern is small then I'd say (at the LEAST) you should hire a consultant to recommend how to solve it, and then have them test the air (a clearance test) after any work is completed.If it is a larger issue you may need the consultant AND a remediation contractor.

This looks like fun :) It's always going to be a fun job when your first tool is an air mask and a shovel before you can even get to the demo... the way some people live amazes me.I'll have one like this coming up shortly as well occupied by hoarders.

.- Change all kitchen / bath, garage and outside outlets to GFCI, depending on jurisdiction sometimes we change to separate circuit on Arc Fault breakers- Move Microwave to separate circuit- Add hardwired smoke / carbon detectors to code- Add Air hammer arrestors to fridge, D/W, Laundry- If replacing windows, ensure all new windows meet egress.Well be wrapping up tile, flooring, and swapping out the light fixtures next couple days!

Your lease is not what is keeping him in the house and preventing him from moving out.

This 1 month deposit prevents them from changing their mind and walking away.

BBQ Nat Gas hoses have quick connects.....like a air compressor.

Something simple like a water heater or air conditioner? 

The high DOM would appear to indicate that it's priced too high, or that the 72 hour requirement has prevented bona fide offers for being accepted already.