The government already does this for fair housing laws.From the zoning/land use point of view; the city can make you remove/tear out the components that make it a second unit - yes it's difficult for them to track these down. 

We recommend proper attic access be provided for more thorough inspection and maintenance access to components within.The wood framing and rafters around the chimney have moisture stains and the brick and mortar of the chimney has heavy moisture stains and efflorescence.

I think the statistic is less than 3% of people in America have a SDIRA but you know of that 3%, a large majority are accredited and looking for investments.Also if you combine what's said above in terms of thought leadership and marketing, and combine a charitable component, I think that can also go a long way in terms of raising capital.

In general, the ongoing maintenance costs of all these components are more dependent on age than location.

It's a large house, 2500sqft, that we are looking to flip.The inspector we hired didn't mention any major components or structural damage, but a lot of cosmetic repairs such as paint, drywall, small electrical work, doors, flooring, etc.We would like to get a bid in the next week (by Thanksgiving) for a remodel.

The information they offer should only be used as one component in your arsenal.

How far along are the units components in their useful life?  

Everyone is going to have a different definition of finishing materials, but I'm generally referring to:- Appliances- Light Fixtures- Plumbing Fixtures- Flooring (Carpet, Tile, Wood)- Cabinets- CountertopsThe things I generally consider building materials, and ask my contractors to provide, include:- Lumber- Plywood- Siding- Roofing- Gutters- Paint- Rough electrical components- Rough plumbing components- HVAC components- Fasteners- Trim (Sometimes I'll provide this)- ConcreteI know some people categorize differently, but that's how I do it.

An inefficient capital market will provide greater returns, but there is generally a risk component to go with it. 

There's always a lot of 1s and 0s, but there can be an emotional component.