You can:* accept as is (or ask for credits)* demand the seller fixes it and gets town sign off* demand the seller rips it out (e.g. an illegally finished basement)In theory, these changes should be grandfathered in and aside from legitimate safety concerns (e.g.

Ask plenty of questions because most of the information should be applicable to investing anywhere outside of the local ordinances and laws.

FHA has the appraiser check inspect the house for health/safety and to make sure there is good life on the roof and systems. 2.

If they didn't give you this they broke the law and you could take them to court if that's your thing.

State and local laws will apply.

You would be violating the law for doing that.Be comforted that most prospective residents don't provide proper ESA documentation. 

So, we've shifted gears for our real estate investing strategy to just purchasing a long-term rental.After joining this group and learning a lot, and given the housing prices in the Greater Seattle area, the lower rent-to-price ratios, bad landlord-tenant laws, and the astronomical prices, we are seriously considering investing out of state.

Depending on what your trying to accomplish, he may or may not be the right guy.I’m a broker, investor and I have been dealing with CA laws for almost ever. 

It may be frustrating but check your state and local landlord tenant laws regarding this because it could be an expensive lesson for you if they’ve followed required procedures.

Not only must you know real estate laws and business, but you also need knowledge of the legal intricacies of foreclosures, divorces, probates, etc.