In addition, read my blog post about online auctions:  https://www.biggerpockets.com/...It is outdated in that you frequently must put up a credit card for your deposit in advance. 

The older industrial buildings that are outdated to today's standards fit more to the small and medium businesses just wanting space with a decent location at a reasonable cost.

Might have run out of money after installing new HVAC, Updating Electrical, New water heater, Paint, 1 side of vinyl, etc.Rehab Needed: $25k (I am figuring $35k to have a cushion)Scope of Work: Update Flooring with LVP, Update Kitchen with new cabinets, countertops, appliances, paint inside and out (interior does not need paint but has outdated color), update baths, install vinyl siding on 2 sides (2 sides already have vinyl), Replace Windows, Install new entry doors, freshen up the landscape. 

He orally told me that he had to move a month before, but only confirmed the date a week before the move out date as he was working with his new employer on the start date.

Im already working towards putting together a business plan in order to use a VA loan to house hack for a year while we do small renovations to force appreciation on an outdated duplex or quad; we are mostly just waiting to fix our credit a bit before we put that action into play (we, me and my husband).

It's better for the planet to have as many people as possible work from home and it's better for orgs to go through this - as many orgs are stuck in dinosaur business models with outdated management styles that should be left in the dust.I'd point to the overwhelming opportunities people will see. 

But what if it's run poorly with no organization, outdated and weak contracts, the properties are poorly maintained, Tenants weren't thoroughly vetted, accounting is a mess, etc?

not that much meat on the bone but had potential for a flip as it was outdated..I don't think you can have public access..

@Anamaria Ivan in this high priced environment, I think for anything to work, there will have to be some sweat equity put in.If I were you, looking to buy this year, I would be looking for 2-4 families (as mentioned 4 families tend to be easier to make the numbers work), that are livable but outdated. 

He missed that some electrical outlets were malfunctioning, the plumbing in the shower was not working properly, the power box was old and outdated, the AC was not working, etc. - Don't be afraid to make sure everything works well and if it doesn't, don't be afraid to ask them to fix it or ask the seller for a credit.