@Sagiv O.Would you be kind enough to detail what types and conditions of properties are you looking for?

(Basically the expenses you can get reimbursed for are those necessary to "maintain" the property.)As for the 10-year limit, the third link I included in my previous post talks about that and the various conditions under which it can/will expire (i.e. 10 years from the date the liability was assessed plus 30 days, if not refiled).I know, lots of reading to do

I agree, set up and have them sign something regarding the current condition of the property, to go along w/ the pictures. 

Over time I started to see that the home looked barely touched and was in “fair” condition with some real visible signs of wear and tear.

The fact that they made 5 trips and left it in this condition is very alarming (personally, I would consider sueing anyone that left the job in this condition unless they told me about it and we agreed to it).Additionally, given the condition and arrangement, I would simply plan on a full replacement, as the arrangement of the equipment is not typically, making it very serviceable, and its likely the equipment is older and does not have alot of useful life left. 

One of the owners responded and we have been able to negotiate a deal.  12 unit apartment complex; 6 two bedroom and 6 one bedroom units. 1960s, single story, slab construction, four sides brick, C condition, fully rented.  

Why are these things in the condition they are in? 

@Joe VilleneuveHaving a better idea of the property condition in real time, controlling who moves in next door, maybe savings on repairs by combining primary and investment capex expenses (IE, a painter might give us a better deal painting both properties at once), really knowing tenant and planning for future lease extensions or termination.All arguable of course.

Need Valuations / Current condition / Pictures. 2.

They've been very slow to respond to things that are not arguably directly health or safety issues, but this house is falling apart.