Lastly, pay attention to visual cues; pride of ownership, trash, broken windows, etc... even the smallest details can really tell a story in these types of 'hoods.

Also, does a normal gut include windows, doors?

Windows and siding are actually in good shape.

(well, maybe in ten years :oops: ) Brand new carpet, brand new double pane low E windows, doors, etc..Most of the wiring and plumbing is even new.

He owes $265K and the house is worth $235K, he found out that it needs $20K in structural issues, new roof $5000, remove broken solar panels $2000, windows/doors $3000 and property is not updated.

Taking it off gets your windows and doors to be able to be sealed better,,,application of Tyvek or similar is a great asset.

My primary house has substantial structual problems - report shows $20K in repair, needs new roof $5000 and windows/doors $3000, and updates $15000.

Now the roof is new, paint outside and siding all new, windows new i mean its just the addition part of the home which was done with permits etc and still needs the inside to be finished!

I earn a good salary.There is a broken window and there are holes in several areas of the drywall, plus a few other minor problems.

The company 'Window World' is advertising any white double hung window replacement installed for $189.