. - BUT, it also appears old and probably a symptom of the original house settling.

The lot is almost perfectly flat which makes this significantly easier. 

Seems like a lot of folks prefer SFH, but I bought a Townhouse because it seems like it is easier to maintain (HOA covers external, landscaping, and neighborhood amenities).

Recently, I received pictures of a water leak in the kitchen ceiling, which appeared to be coming from the bathroom on the second floor.

(Much easier said than done, this is just an example.)I definitely agree that appreciation is hard to predict. 

And I would argue purchasing is easier than managing.Luke 14:28-30 For which one of you, when he wants to build a tower, does not first sit down and calculate the cost to see if he has enough to complete it?

If real estate investors perform these tasks consistently, you make the plaintiff's attorneys job far easier because again they are chasing insurance proceeds and you are handing that over on a silver platter in a way where they are far less likely to care about you personally.What a great answer! 

It’s often easier to handle it directly or try talking to your neighbor about sharing the cost.

It appears you are able to hold her responsible to cover damages and lost rent.

So translate this into a language that is easier to process.You made a mistake and turned left.In order to FIX your mistake they are telling you to... check this out....