We told the Bldg Insp. it was to be used as an office but after having had to install fire sprinklers throughout, it became 'livable' rentable space.

@Jesse Spaur in spite of believing an economic downturn is imminent, I purchased my first this year.

Fear has a purpose, I believe it separated the wheat from the chaff.When we are able to Feel the FEAR and In Spite of the trembling of our mind, body, and soul, Have A STRONG ENOUGH WHY to put one foot in front of the other and execute on our dream...we have won the battle...this battle - although the war still rages. 

In spite of all my ignorance, I got some good renters (stayed 4 years) and I learned to do most of the repairs myself.

In spite of these issues, I am still making good return on my cash invested so I can't complain about that. 

Check what the rules are in Washington for establishing residency.I had to proceed with an eviction of my tenant (in spite of the fact that she had already moved out) plus "any and all other occupants" to cover him.Find out what your restrictions are so you don't end up with an unlawful eviction for someone who has established residency.These two left a lot of belongings and garbage behind once they did move out.

In spite of all this, it's decently tidy and I know that the lessee has been in the neighborhood for over 20 years. 

This is all in spite of the fact that the roof was replaced 3 years ago.

And in spite of the above it may still make sense for you to bark up this tree.

After everything was restored to it's previous state the insurance company offered me a 'freebie' to install auto shut off valve with the help of a water security company referred by them.While I did proactively follow-up with the water security company it was very challenging for both me and the water security company to find a professional who can do such specialzed work which caused me lot of delay in this installation.There was no substantial increase after the first year but the insurance premium almost doubled inspite of installing the auto-shut offPlease advise as I am very worried Thank you.