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Michael Lucero
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Tips on house inspection before auction

Michael Lucero
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Pasadena, CA
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I've identified a few houses to bid on during an upcoming auction, however, I wanted to hear some tips on how to inspect the house before the auction. Obviously you shouldn't break into the house and even stepping on the property can be considered trespassing, but are there any tips or recommendations on what to look for in the house or how to do a site visit. I plan to do the obvious, which is look for water damage, major cracks suggesting internal or foundation problems, termites, etc. but would love to hear what others have to say. Anyone have experience in hiring inviting a local inspector for lunch and cruising past the property?

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Anastasia Jordan
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Anastasia Jordan
  • Investor
  • Birmingham, AL
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I have a contractor buddy and this is what we do on Sundays. Ride around and "check" out these properties.  If it is abandoned most of the time it ain't secured very good anyway.  Neighbors don't question people riding in work truck, in work clothes, with flashlights & clipboards. They automatically think that you have cause to be there.

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