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Also define “no major structural work” carefully. A maintained building can still have older systems or deferred exterior work, while a renovated interior can hide bigger issues.

A clean inspection should not carry too much weight. It describes visible conditions at that point in time; it does not make the first year predictable. I’d make two lists: work required before moving in and work that can wait six to twelve months. Get estimates for the required items, then add...