Deerfield Beach - Property with Violations

[Ben Cohen]

Hi everyone,

I found a great BRRRR opportunity in Deerfield Beach. The main issue is the property has around 250k of code violation fees which have resulted in a lien on the property, which would transfer to our name if we were to purchase it.

The violations are mainly for an illegal structure built in the backyard, and lots of trash and unregistered cars parked in the front. 

I spoke with the county and they said that there is no way to guarantee that the fees would be cleared if we were to fix all of the violations. We would have a hearing with the Deerfield Beach magistrate and they would decide what to do. 

Do any investors have experience with the Deerfield Beach magistrate? Obviously the big concern here is that we would do all of the work and still be stuck with 250k in violations. I’d welcome anybody with experience here to help clue us in.  

Thank you in advance!
Ben