You'll also likely need to do a Phase I Environmental (again in the $2500 range) which pulls up the history of chemical spills, soil contamination, water quality, etc. 

But you're also going to have to deal with the smoke, water, and chemical damage.

I'm new to BP and am looking for my first sfh rental and am coming to the harsh realization that Cali just won't work so I'm going to start looking out of state.

I don't mean to sound harsh (I know it does) especially since it's your friend but I only say it that way because just because a friend is interested does not mean they are serious and it's actually best to put them to this test ahead of time as opposed to trying to get him in on a deal and them running into disappointments later, and potentially affecting your friendship.  

I am curious for people who wholesale in markets that have harsh winters do you market more or less in winter? 

It seems a little harsh to fine you so quickly, you've only owned there for 3 months.

Hi Steven and Kevin,I'm a Chemical Engineer in the Lake Jackson/Freeport area.

I wish I could document of chemical smell other than just describing it.

I'm an Army vet that recently graduated Ohio University and moved to Columbus working as a sales rep for a chemical company that specializes in water treatment.

We're both having a great time learning about the seemingly endless possibilities in real estate.I'm starting to see the harsh reality of the current state of the Portland area real estate market.