Thanks for the info on termites, that makes me feel somewhat better about what I may find out. As for emotional connection, a little, that’s another reason I’m asking for input. I think the depreciation is the big issue as well and I don’t want to be stuck with all that depreciation myself. For now, I will wait for the home inspector/structural engineer to take a look at it before I will make a decision. My siblings say they want to try to sell it “as is” in this market, I don’t think we can sell it “as is” in this market without a deep discount which makes me think maybe I should buy it. I have to pay rent anyway. I seem to keep thinking in circles. I really do thank you for your input. When I get more information I will have a clearer idea which direction to go. I have to check into the Prop 13 tax basis transfer too. See if there might be a potential property tax savings if I buy. I have been reading (and learning) from this forum for some time now and believe me when I say I can’t believe I’m even thinking about buying. I guess I’m just waiting for someone to tell me I’m crazy.
