That safety net can ease the fear.Tap Your Network: Got a mentor or someone in your circle who's done this before?

L&I has labled both of them as unsafe, meaning the agency found them to be "dangerous to the life, health, property or safety of the public or the occupants of the structure".

But the risk caused by this, is that the safety cushion is reduced or completely eliminated, and a small problem can cause a catastrophic default on the debt.So, many of these aggressively structured deals have been heavily distressed.

I am not saying that to brag, the reason I say it is we all wish we could get into real estate at a younger age - but we are all different and depending on your level of risk, sometimes being patient is not a bad thing as its a marathon not a sprint.  

What measures have you taken to ensure some safety and deter local nuisance?

They responded by asking me to be patient and informed me they are working "diligently" on the issue. 

You can always tap into HELOC for a safety net in the short term (not ideal) but there if you need it!

I’m new to this app and using it so please be patient. 

Find off-market deals, run conservative numbers, stick to one market first, network with local REI groups, and stay patient.

I just have to be patient.