> They were all totally run down. Gutters falling off, carpets destroyed, holes in walls, kitchens in total disrepair. All kinds of stuff were left behind like there was a fire and the owners just fled.

Great opportunity to renovate and get everything done the way you want it? Dilapidated properties should cost much less, so you can use those savings to renovate. Updated floorplan, drywall, electrical, plumping, windows, floors. Everything designed exactly how you'd want things.

- Open floor plan- efficient use of space. Tons of storage.

- Enough electrical outlets where you need them.

- Cat6 ethernet ran to every room.

- Proper insulation and quality windows for energy efficiency.

I guess if you don't want to wait 2-3 months for a renovation, then you'd want to avoid these properties. But after watching enough Property Brothers it's something I think would be great.