. - Small price to pay to have access to the equity.But a HELOC seems like a no-brainer, just as a safety net.

We suggest that a licensed contractor further evaluate, address and repair/reinforce both porches as needed for safety purposes, including addressing the back left exterior steps that are not installed correctly. 3.

There is plenty of law on this.I agree that the auction process is not well suited to retail buyers expecting transparency, contingencies and other safety nets.

In the appraisal,the appraiser made note of this non-functioning chimney being a safety hazard since some of the bricks around it are crumbling. 

However, I include a request to not walk the property prior to our showing appointment out of respect for the safety and privacy of my existing tenants also living at the property.Maybe a RE agent out there has another angle as to why they would be so intrusive about the ID up front without at least some inside pics and an amenities list.

The lender that only makes 6% is ok because of the safety.

Do you only accept tenants if you “think” they can pay their bills and just as an extra safety precaution you get a co-signer?

Also you will hopefully have the safety net of health insurance provided by your job.- Work, save, INVEST!

I am just letting you know, we will be extra careful going down the stairs for our own safety, but you never know when something could happen.

Just say that your insurance carrier wants you to do a safety inspection and to provide updated pics of the interior since it's been a few years.