Not the case with an auction however, which will require you to close as-is, where-is, and accept the good with the bad.

I think he'd accept $30,000.  

Do you make them a verbal offer and then if they accept do you send them (email/mail/Esign) the purchase agreement?

Some of these may not show up in a title search and could come back to haunt the lender if he voluntarily accepts the property.

You should find out from your local building department if they will accept what is known as standard construction plans or if you will be required to have them produced by a licensed architect and licensed structural engineer.Usually if your city will approve your proposal the electrical and gas meters will be installed , after your inspections have been approved.

Most will be inconveniences and people who test your patience. 

The home failed the city's sewer dye test after my bid was accepted but before my home inspection. 

Best way to learn and test that you know what you're talking about.

Before I accept the tenant, what are you looking at the tenant's pet to screen them?

We had seen something suspicious on our initial walk-around.In-ground septic failed a hydro/pressure test.