So Rochester, NY colleagues with property within the city . . . what are your thoughts on the recent news that the Mayor expectes owners/landlords the responsibility party for removing snow on sidewalks, regardless of what the lease states re sidewalks.I know it's similar to the issue of high grass, and I"m sure the city is quick to target the owners (i.e. tax payer) because it's simple for them to levy fines and add it to the property tax, and then leave it to the owners to take the issue up with the tenants.What's your plan of action (if any) as a result of this news?

All complaints coming from tenants shall be received, logged and considered in systematic fashion in order to show the action taken with respect to each.

I think that would be the appropriate action, even if the code doesn't mention that.

Freddy Salazar Since you are interested in fix and flips, I propose the following action plan.

Those are both definitely very viable options.There has been some action against STVR's in a couple areas of San Diego and rumblings of it in a few others; but there are also neighborhoods (like Mission Beach, for example) where, at least for the foreseeable future, the landscape looks very safe for STVR's.I'd be more than happy to help you compare some of your alternatives down here in SD. 

I am about to meet my tenant later and lots of action will begin!

I would agree that these types of risks are part of the game, however, perhaps there are a few specific actions you can take proactively to manage this: (1) can you hire an inspector who specializes / has expertise in older properties?

That has GOT to be grounds for a legal action challenging  the owners right to privacy vs. a buyers need for due diligence.Imagine buying anything, lets say a car, like that.  

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