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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Test for mold. Test the air and the surfaces[/quote] +1. In addition to all the other suggestions, I would test extensively for mold and you should also test for termites. Mold can be VERY expensive to remediate if it is in multiple places within the home. I also would NOT live there until you've done some of the major work. Above all, add AT LEAST 20% to whatever the professional inspector/remodeler estimates for the work to be done. Given the homes condition there is GOING to be something they will find when they start opening up the walls and replacing floors, windows or the roof. My brother bought a 2,500 sq ft home in the same condition as you describe on a lake (for a vacation home) - the renovations were estimated at $250K but ended up being roughly $325K after they found a structural problems and water issues that the INSPECTOR and remodeling expert they brought in did not find.[/quote]
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