Here are some simple steps to uncover the reality about demand in your market:Start with the apartments in the area.

If you then go to property and your inspection uncovers issues, those are legitimate things that the seller will very likely be willing to offer concessions on.

The value in paying to do full inspections to uncover something that would make it a money pit is worth the spend every time.

: nar-fiduciary-duty-032213.pdfUnder the reasonable care and diligence section, the final line says "  Simply put, this is the same duty any professional, such as a doctor or lawyer, owes to his patient or client.So given this is what they are saying, you don't feel that a realtor should disclose to me the buyer that she feels there might be some serious damage, or at least make sure I get a competent termite inspector so it can be uncovered?

During the due diligence process it was uncovered that the tenant is a substance abuse clinic and they are using the property to provide temporary housing for patients.

Maybe the appraisal uncovered something you were not aware of that deserves serious thought.

From my AEC + operations background, I know I can help uncover the mismanagement, analyze books, bring economies of scale, etc.BUT when I reach out to property developers, the only response I get back is "Bring me a great deal and then we'll talk". 

What are the most common issues they uncover?  

I do think when things " adjust" it will be because of some government whatever or new scam uncovered.  

In addition to moving rents to market and operating the property more efficiently, we uncovered an opportunity to build out 4 additional units.