I keep an eye on the forecast and warn guests about inbound weather, even offering that they can come a day early if the house is available. 

I use my eyes.

In my eyes this is a necessity especially because you will be living right next door. 

This painter previously corrected a poor drywall installation of 2 walls and painted with Sherwin Williams small drywall, which looked  good to my untrained eye.  

@Kevin LeeI think buy nearby so you can keep an eye on it. 

Many owners covet the traveling nurse which is known to pay a premium for MTR’s without a blink of an eye. 

If you're going to use it to generate leads for your "investing club" I'm going to put the dangers and risks close by so at least the small investor you're pursuing for these ventures knows there is more here than meets the eye. 

Eyes wide open acceptance of the risk is needed. 

Also remember it will take time to get them done, during which the home is vacant and not on the market.People shop with their eyes-so many don't care about stuff that is really important (plumbing, electrical, roof, etc). 

I'd keep her but keep an eye on the mess.