Any law that tries to do otherwise conflicts with sb13 and ab2533 (unless the unpermitted units was created post dates of protection by those laws).i agree he should get it permitted especially if close to the price quoted, but issues due to unpermitted units that are protected be sb13 and/or ab2533 present minimal risk and if it does happen get HCD to assist in any issues. 

Let me know if I can be of assistance to you.

There may be some nuances to your situation, but, we have definitely assisted others living abroad.Cheers!

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I feel like it would be great to trust a property management company on all of this, but it would be hard not to step in if you could do a better job at screening bad tenants (eg screening HUGE future problems).I initially managed properties myself, but now I delegate that responsibility to my business partner, personal assistant, or a property manager at my brokerage.Most PMs I know will send you an applicant for final approval and you can get on the phone with them and ask them questions

For example, I’m currently assisting a municipality in purchasing a 200-unit complex that cash flows, ensuring long-term stability for their housing needs.Our Program’s Unique ApproachOur organization is specifically geared toward the Native American population—a demographic that often faces significant systemic challenges.

I’m excited to connect with others here, share insights, and offer assistance wherever I can.

Other than the two principals, an executive assistant and two managers, everyone one else associated with Tardus is either a”wealth coach” or a “client success coach”.

The good places to start investing at the moment are places within a 10 min drive from main urban centers, and which have different types of residents (not just tourism, not just workers, etc).Feel free to reach out in case we may be of assistance.

@Shannon Wright can assist ~ the property may have to go through probate...