"Real-estate experts reveal 5 signs of a bad investment property."

Real estate experts warn that cracks in the foundation or walls, uneven floors, outdated or faulty electrical systems, poor insulation, leaks and water damage, and poor ventilation are red flags that a home may not be worth the investment. These issues can be costly to repair and may indicate fundamental, hard-to-solve problems that could drain a buyer's bank account. Prospective buyers should carefully consider a property's flaws before making a purchase.