At least that is my experience in my market, where almost everything is 60+ years old and has un-permitted illegal work.If you just want to close on time with minimal hassle?

Do you have any experience with it?

Should I just jump into it and try to invest in my first property with not much experience besides the many investing books I've read?

Ask how many units they manage and how much experience they have.

Wishing you the best and feel free to reach out anytime.

Feel free to PM me.

They are also useful for private phone conversations and could be used for storage of valuables as they could be locked.I'd love to be able to broach this idea with other nationalities and cultures but it's really hard if they're not working very long hours and have hours of free time at home.  

I suspect the owner could sell the property to a third party free and clear of your lender's claim to the income stream. 

Also just look online and steal some ideas...I used to Google Luxury Kitchens and then figure out how to do the same for less $$.You'll be fine with your experience.

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