(Typically in the basement)Chipped or Peeling paintIf you have an HVAC system, exhaust must be properly installed (No spaces or Cracks)Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detector must be within 10ft of bedrooms, stove, and FurnaceNo sharp objects, including on the exterior of the propertyAny area that the tenant does not have access to must be sealed or locked (Crawl Space, etc.)  

If you can manage it, under-counter units (you will then change the counter the sink is on) with an end panel near the door so that it appears integrated and deliberate rather than an afterthought.

The other thing is that when roots get in once, they can get in forever, and a tree cut down can still have root growth until all energy stored is exhausted.

Sounds like you finance it under your name rather than an LLC?

They must exhaust all owner-occupant offers prior to reviewing investor offers, even after 15 days. 

They are often a lot more sloppy than an actual appraisal as typically the bank sends a Realtor not an appraiser to do the job.

as long as you don't pay up front for anything other than an appraisal.. there seems to be some threads lately on vetting lenders...

Ask your CPA if a Solo 401(k) is better for you than an SDIRA."

An experienced local investor or realtor will typically have a better finger on the pulse of a market and potential of a property, than an appraiser.

A new construction loan Might be more difficult to qualify for than an existing structure loan.