Here is a summary of issues from the inspection report1) No roof vents for attic ventilation (this is a brand new roof barely 2 months old)2) Satellite dish is screwed directly through roof surfacing (this is a brand new roof barely 2 months old)3) Some roof coverings are damaged (this is a brand new roof barely 2 months old)4) Pull down attic stairs not properly insulated (not a bid deal, easily fixable)5) Missing or damaged soffit screens (not a bid deal, easily fixable)6) Mold on interior walls behind the kitchen sink (The kitchen was "rehabbed")7) Firewall behind the furnace was breached in one or more areas in the garage (garage was also "rehabbed")8) Exterior brick siding has hairline cracks (not a big deal)9) Exterior trim boards have gaps leading to water intrusion (not a big deal, easily fixable)10) Wood rot observed on one or more areas of siding (not a big deal, easily fixable)11) Noticeable repairs made to one or more areas of the ceiling (not a big deal)12) Wood rot on one or more areas of exterior doors (not a big deal, easily fixable)13) One or more privacy doors jamb when closing (not a big deal, easily fixable)14) One or more privacy doors do not latch (not a big deal, easily fixable)15) Windows have missing screens and damaged springs (not a big deal, easily fixable)16) Some windows do not stay open (not a big deal, easily fixable)17) Cracked double-paned window (not a big deal, easily fixable)18) Dampers are missing required clamps to prevent closure on gas log fireplace (not a big deal, easily fixable)19) Fresh air vent at chimney is loose at the wall (not a big deal, easily fixable)20) Wood deck showing signs of deteriorating in areas (not a big deal, easily fixable)21) Grounding rod near electrical meter is missing the required clamp (not a big deal, easily fixable)22) Latch for the main electrical panel is missing (Maybe best to replace the whole box)23) No antioxidant on aluminium conductors 24) No smoke detectors..

My investor plans on refinishing the existing floors, fireplace, and staircase to highlight the character of the home.What was the outcome?

The reasons for the PR to sell, is to pay debts, family allowance, expenses of administration, taxes, dissension amongst the heirs, character of the probate property (cracked fireplace, leaky roof, drainage issues, etc.)There are no court mandates in CA for the PR to sell a decedent's property during the administration process as long as the PR has Letters of Administration (no will) or Letters of Testamentary (will).Yes a property going through probate can be sold.Since CA is opening up, take a visit to your local library and visit the periodicals section (Newspaper) and go to Classifieds then Legal Notices and look for Petition for Probate.To generate a probate list request past issue(s) of your local newspaper and go from there..Good luck... 

A seperate heat source could be something like and an electric fireplace.

A stone fireplace runs floor-to-ceiling in the living room, and there’s also a spacious workshop with wood floors, desks and shelves.

Who would you recommend, I'm having an issue in one of my rentals , Also would you recommend to seal it off if it only vents the fireplace & not furnace  .

The house was built in the mid-70s, on slab foundation, and has the original windows (which I'd rather not replace if I can help it), and a real fireplace. 

We don't have gas in this area and have a tank to run the fireplace.

My scenario is such:I own a 3 bed, 2bath single family twin with fireplace, full basement and one car garage, which I purchased several years ago prior to marrying the love of my life.

I also offered to buy silicone ice trays2) sprinklers don't water the lawn evenly causing certain area saturate with water: repaired3) basement shower head occasionally dripping water: repaired 4) master bedroom ceiling light/fan turned on by itself at nights: repaired5) gas fireplace flame is smaller than optimal: ignored6) water accumulating on window wood sills: turns out they set humidifier at 60% indoor causing condensation7) Kids bathroom toilet water tank - slow water intake: repaired8) unused rifle bullet found on the sidewalk - tenant was very agitated: I went to the sheriff's office and was told it's hunting season and someone probably dropped it. 9) Washer making loud metal banging noise. - Manufacturer attempted to repair three times and eventually I managed to get a new washer under the warranty, but the delivery was such a headache because tenant refused to let us in if they were not home.