House is in excellent condition, like new. 50 yr roof.

It,s harder to prove that the roof didn't leak.

Seven years ago the home inspection report that I ordered did not include the leaking (rotten rafters) front porch of the triplex.

THINK AHEAD to avoid maintenance nightmares WRT inevitable leaks and overflows.

Most months you will not have that many expenses, but throw in one new roof, new carpet, or one of the many other things can go wrong and you can see how the average per month can go up pretty quick.

thanks so much for responding, i was not clear about the problem at the end and why i changed my mind. i was told that my loan was ready,my funds were ready, but the lender on my side, was requiring more documents from the sellers lender in reference to the preforclosure status of the property. my realtor says he doesn't know what they meant because "they don't do that here in oklahoma." i was also very unhappy about repairs that were made to a garage door and roof.

It cost $35 and for my $75,000 (new kitchen, brand new added bath, windows, doors, roof etc., tile, floors) he gave me $14k.

Positive cash flow $4,600 annually.Building is in good condition, new roof two years ago.

When you close, your risk in the deal goes through the roof.

It could be a sign of roof leaking, but WHEN and WHERE.