When you see what people do with old space heaters, guards and safety removed, plugging in several in one overloaded extension cors,... you can see where the concern is coming from.

What measures have you taken to ensure some safety and deter local nuisance?

Since this was a safety hazard, he had to move out and decided to find another place to live.

•Do you have a safety net to weather potential slowdowns or unforeseen issues if you choose to BRRRR?

If you are 75% complete rehab you are very close to ordering furniture IMO.3 - Look for safety hazards - i.e. uneven steps etc.If your time in town is limited I would focus on these 3 areas.  

That safety net can ease the fear.Tap Your Network: Got a mentor or someone in your circle who's done this before?

When you talk about replacing income, the safety of that cash flow is much more imperative, since presumably you are living on it, too.And then you combine both thoughts: safety in income stream to live off of, and cap rates/yields from assets.  

I have to close, apply for a conditional use verification, get inspection ( requiring wired smoke detectors, other safety features) and get a business license.

It was also difficult to assess the heating situation after repairs since tenant refused to provide key to access unit for repairs and/emergencies, citing “privacy and safety” concerns.

Account ClosedThis thread was about somebody asking for help buying property in Tulum, not about you or me being right about safety issues in the country.