Honestly, hiring a lawyer might end up costing more than the process itself, especially if things don't go in your favor.I’d recommend approaching the neighbor directly to discuss it, making sure they’re aware of the serious safety risk.

These are examples of how you could still be comparing apples to oranges focusing on safety and cash flow alone.

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They prioritize the relationships they have with their customers, but, just like others mentioned since they are so big, it can be easy to get lost in the sea of other borrowers.

Should I be prioritizing finding a local expert, or are there tools and strategies I can use to handle this process myself?

I have to close, apply for a conditional use verification, get inspection ( requiring wired smoke detectors, other safety features) and get a business license.

Account ClosedThis thread was about somebody asking for help buying property in Tulum, not about you or me being right about safety issues in the country.

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.

Hoarding becomes a violation when it presents a fire hazard or other safety issue, attracts pests, or potentially damages the property.