Plan is to buy just outside the most desirable area (downtown) in an up and coming neighborhood.

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My question is: If the HOA changes the bylaws to ban smoking (which they plan to vote on), and the lease held by the smoking tenant only specifies no smoking "within the unit," is there any legal recourse for the smoking tenant?

I am taking your advise, and switched my game plan to include a local agent or property manager to show the properties. 

I definitely plan too  

If you plan to invest in multiple states or require advanced asset protection, consult a CPA or attorney to explore options like a holding company structure.

But, if they have given up on the home, is another story.I plan to stop by the house again soon and leave a note and try to find contact info to talk with them to get their story.From what I have gathered, the original owner passed away and one of their children obtained the estate of the home a while ago but, may be living in Orange County.

Do you meet with us routinely to be proactive and do planning?

I guess my question is, how do you determine which starting plan is best for you or which type of purchase is best for you?

Like any financing strategy, due diligence and proper financial planning are key to making it a successful solution for both parties.