There's not really a one-size-fits-all answer to your question.

As every time I walk on them I feel like they are ready to collapse.

If they cant qualify today, find out what is lacking, and have the RMLO state that in a letter. 3. the tenant buyer has "skin in the game" from the option fee, so they are less likely to damage the place. 4. the seller should do a walk through and inspect the place regularly, like every month. 5.

. , the apartmentsoffer easy access to Interstate * and Interstate* and shopping within walking distance whilestill remaining in a quiet setting.One of the apartments has been converted touse as the management office, bringing the currentnumber of rentable units to 79.Units are 850 sq ft with 32 units having gasforced air heat at the tenants expense and 48with gas hot water heat at the landlord expenseThe property is currently renting at just below market but has enjoyed consistently stable and low vacancy rates.

Orrr just taking the HELOC, sell and walk away.

We had an in depth walk through of the property and everything seems to be in great shape!

There is no one size fits all and all investors and areas are different.

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My contractor walks through and for all that, appliances included he gives me a quote of $10,000 but I'm gonna assume $15,000.

Everyone walks their own path.