-You're probably breaking some rules regarding the construction/permitting-Breaking those rules is going to expose you to a ton of unnecessary risk-You aren't going to be close to finished with this for 12 months, at best-You probably don't have the right insurance for this job-You probably don't have all of the engineering reports that the city will require.

As a member of a title company that does this daily, this seems like an unnecessary fee. 

Don't imply the area is bad just let them know we always suggest people do this to see how close it is to where they need to go (work, family).This really cuts down unnecessary showings.  

Not to mention, often they may make unnecessary repairs, padding the account.

I'm wondering what questions I should ask them to ensure I'm not putting ourselves or my property in any avoidable, unnecessary risk, and in order to make sure I'm fully vetting the company? 

Some attorneys consider this approach essential (usually those who make money from setting them up), while other attorneys consider it unnecessary and an overkill.

I know you have been dealing with some I would call "unnecessary " conversations here.

I would never suggest doing unnecessary improvements just to get a tax deduction.

No lawyers was needed and we file about 1 eviction every 2 years.Eviction is an unnecessary evil and you should know the eviction process where you own real estate.

- but it takes time to make an offer + I don't want my agent to do unnecessary work.