I do know that when the former owner moved out he had to do significant updating – but that was expected and factored into the purchase price. (redid the floors, kitchen, etc.)
Landscaping… I suspect it was semi-neglected… prior to the change in occupancy… I know he’s spent some time and effort getting it to the way he wants it.
I guess I wouldn’t consider this a typical rental situation – the person either maintained the home or didn’t when they owned it. If they did maintain it, why would they suddenly stop watering the lawn for example… I suspect they continued on the way they had prior to change in ownership.
My coworker is out of town, but I’ll ask him some of your questions when I see him next.
