That is a dangerous game, especially for a newbie investor.

I had planned on keeping it in shop building distinct from the house; a pool is close to the shop, and I could convert the area into a "mini gym complex". 

They will skip permits and build all kinds of things that are not to code or are even very dangerous.

It's a fairly mature market, it's definitely difficult to the point of being dangerous and off-putting for inexperienced independent investors, but if you get in with a good firm there's still a TON of opportunity for pros in all areas of the industry.

I could see them condemning the house and forcing a demolition if it was inhabitable and a danger to others.I know that doesn't really answer your question but I hope that helps.

The west coast is good for beach and swimming, the east coast has beautiful beaches, but the undertow makes swimming extremely dangerous.

Just to be clear, since things have seemed to be taken out of context and jumbled here, you have not ripped me off, you have not lied to me, and you have never said a word about my mother.My only feedback I shall give at this point is that you are dangerously close to coming off as a bully.

The mold mitigation guys will ALWAYS find dangerous mold!

I'm a newbie, but that sounds dangerous.

There is also the distinct possibility that the decedent has unsecured debts or claims that offset or reduce the amount you would receive if probate were you choice.