I look at sales comparables and population/demographic trends, and look over the area on a map and on Google Earth.Second, I contact the local citizens with regards to the building and if possible, the previous ownership.Police Department can tell me insider's opinion and can give me a breakdown of crime in the area.Fire department - have they had any emergencies at the building recently.City Inspector - are there any outstanding violations?

The state I invest in has them filed electronically so it's a matter of registering with the land records department and pulling the records up.

Does the police department have any liability to pay for repairs.

I must get written bids by a licensed contractor that must be submitted to the inspection department for approval to determine repair costs.

@Gerald SmithContact Duval County Recording or Probate department...they should be able to help you for Jacksonville (if that is one of the counties you are attempting to get info from)http://www.duvalclerk.com/ccWebsite/Recording.departmenthttp://www.duvalclerk.com/ccWebsite/Probate.departmentThe Probate Department is located in the Duval County Courthouse,501 West Adams Street,Room 1173, Jacksonville,Florida 32202.office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.can be contacted by telephone at (904) 255-2000.A question asked on the websiteCan I do a search for a probate case online?

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If it's your first time, deleading can be a difficult and expensive process to learn so educate yourself beforehand.Don't hesitate to reach out to me direct if you want me to share some of my experiences or need some direction.http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/gov/departments/dph/programs/environmental-health/exposure-topics/lead/frequently-asked-questions-about-lead.html

In my state it is filed with the State Department of Taxation and Assessement.

In fact, that is how you get enemies and have me ensure that everyone from Code Enforcement, building departments, utilities, etc that have built relationships with, knows this is how this person acts.

As a back up i do have a variety of electric space heaters, almost all picked up from tenants or departing owners abandoning in houses, so i have a plan B.