Really could use an architect to check it out.The idea if them being outlawed is something to consider and if it becomes illegal to burn, their value would be diminished considerably.

It can diminish overall credibility, and I think it's important to share our  mishaps so we can all relate and learn.  

@Allyssa Mccleery - I completely agree with what @Arthur Lyons and add that at least from what we've been seeing in the Tennessee foreclosure space is that there have been a definitely trend in the number of foreclosures diminishing and the number of new people wanting to buy at the courthouse.

Blemishes don't matter with rentals and the quality is not diminished as the blemishes are only cosmetic.

Unique" or "character" may sound great but I think it all comes down to $Again I do not want to diminish the hard work and effort you have put into the property, but it is overpriced.

Previously, I focused on the Nashville market but diminishing returns in the last 5 years has made me look to satellite markets.

There are other means by which you can and should mitigate short term and long term risks in case your projections are off (for example, forced appreciation), however you lose your ability to practically perform most of these methods when you invest out of state so that your ability to asses and mitigate risk is greatly diminished.

Unfortunately, you are entering a growing population bidding for a diminishing market.  

Appreciation is a double edged sword that money hoarders never benefit from.Investors holding dead equity are looking at a diminishing dream.

You hit an even bigger jackpot just by being born in America.I don't think his luck diminishes your luck.