The benefit of a permit and inspections is to have an independent party verify work. 

But, when 1 party has a clean sweep that means a lot of legislation gets passed, and that spokes the markets.  

The majority of Buyers search 3rd party listing services which also provide listing agent contact info.

An example, a small down payment initially, but the note has now seasoned for 60 months with on time payments documented by a third party servicer.

Statement:I'm 1 of dozens of partners involved in a transaction at any given time.

Perhaps a nice 1950's built bungalow.Always hire a 3rd party property inspector to give you an unbiased feel for the home.

As Tyler points out I have taken on a lot to build 6 cabins in one go. and yes i only think about the sexy part. I

Its already long distance but if you have no desire to be involved, no boots on the ground in anyway, it may be hard to make it work.

However, we typically use the FHA-203k loan because it involves a renovation, which I highly recommend if you are looking to really boost your equity and have the cost of the renovation wrapped into your loan with a VERY LOW AMOUNT OUT OF POCKET.I like the FHA loan, but honestly, the Fannie May Home Style is an even better product at this point because you just have to bring a bit more cash to the table 5% vs. 3.5% (w/ FHA), but you have a bit more flexibility.  

They should have a process for this that will likely involve probate.