The downside is that you have to share your home with a neighbor and since most of our duplexes are upper/lower configurations you will usually hear them a little - at least know when they are home.

If 1 neighbor says anything, than you can kiss your project goodbye.  

Ten years ago they got it re zoned for high density , the neighbors fought it and it got delayed for 2 years .

Be mindful that the nicer areas in AA Co have particular neighbors so follow occupancy rules. 

I also asked neighbors that have been there longer(3-4 years) and they still have the same rent.

I go to vacant properties at least weekly unless they are multi-family with active neighbors.)Generally speaking, if a property isn't moving (and others in the area are), either you are priced too high or there is something lacking with your property.

All complimented with Amazon fulfillment centers, google, and more tech manufacturing jobs.The bad reputation of “Detroit” comes from OOS investors wanting sub $40,000, D class properties in poor condition, because they pencil out to 2-3% deals on paper.

Especially anywhere in California, and particularly Los Angeles county.Talk to longtime neighbors who might know story and whereabouts of owner, but don’t accept as fact.I’d start with researching who the record owner is.

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I have a friend/neighbor that wants to sell me his house below market value so he can move back into an apartment and travel.