I still don't agree with you and thus, it appears we will have to agree to disagree on this topic.

Justin, you will get a lot of good advice here, but beware of the local ordinaces concerning eviction should you choose to go the lease route.There have been a few cases where the eviction courts have refused to hear an eviction case because of that lease agreement.

The owner has not seen the property in years and although she claims she knows the neighborhood has gotten worst since she lived there (20 years ago), it appeared that she is still thinking she owns a diamond in the rough.

Our code violation website even tells court dates, judgements, and which props are vacant.My question is whats the best bang for the buck to start.

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I think this will really help the appearance of my offer when it comes to short sales, foreclosures and retail purchases.

I would like to thank everyone for all the great information but it appears that I may need an equity partner, not a lender. 

@Michael NguyenFor the most part apartments "multi family" have higher cap rates vs Office Buildings.Commercial leases are more bullet proof in court vs residential leases..Commercial leases are like guaranteed leases..

Hi Guys,I have a property under contract, the garage is on a hill and the downhill side post and beam foundation appears to have sunk 3-6 inches causing the garage to lean.