I don't like repeating myself, folks can do a little searching and reading on topics they are interested in.Not many RE companies act like Verizon or AT&T.Funny, my son started another business, his phone had a directory;1 for customer service2 for shipping3 for accounting4 accounts payable5 production tracking 6 EmergenciesAll those numbers just went to he or his wife at first.....LOLNow, those departments are there and staffed. 

And as my dear mother would say, "It takes one to know one"So what do you mean by going "unprotected" If you think forming a LLC or a 'C' Corp is going to save you from lawsuits, then think again.

I've dealt with the planning, land use departments....

If the bank is smaller in size I would even try to call their corporate office and track down a contact that handles the REO department.  

What is the attitude of your local building department on owners who have houses they are not actively repairing.

I'm hoping some can share or tell us from your experience any items that are crucial to include on the following:List for tenants departing,  check list for cleaning etc.Walk through check list new tenant.Hand out to educate new renters for what is expected, rent payments to be sent/deposited to: (new owner). 

I'm hoping some can share or tell us from your experience any items that are crucial to include on the following:List for tenants departing,  check list for cleaning etc.Walk through check list new tenant.Hand out to educate new renters for what is expected, rent payments to be sent/deposited to: (new owner). 

I have talked with several people within the code department and they all say once the house is finish and up to code the city will only assess the administrative cost.

I don't think theres's any way to know for sure what kind of discount you're getting, though, unless someone who actually works in a bank's REO department chimes in.

JeremyYour ability to do this will be contingent on a number of items: First you must, I repeat must, go find the planning department in your local jurisdiction, unless you are lucky enough to live in one of the few places left that don't have zoning.