I am in the process of buying 2 properties from auction.com and was able to get the code and look inside before bidding (I'm also an agent, so I was able to "show myself" the property)

NOT UNDER THE INFLUENCE: I am not now under the influence of alcohol or any other mind-altering substance, nor am I taking medication that would cloud my judgment or make me unable to think clearly. ________ 20.

He had some personal things going on and essentially gave me two options: go myself and he'd give me the code to enter, or he could ask another agent to show it to me. 

You could also check with your local code enforcer about the pool and renters.

For example, https://library.municode.com/HTML/13893/level4/COOR_CH5BUCOREAC_ARTVIIHOCO_DIV2MIST.html which describes detailed sections on what a code or building inspector (or potentially an appraiser) will reference if they cite your property (cite your site).

One time they just let a county inspector in who just popped up to make sure things were getting done up to code (thankfully everything was okay). 

Ask them what zip code they're interested in buying, how many bedrooms and baths, and what's their price range.

@Ryan Hobbs Research CA probate codes 10402 and 10552. 

If only one you may be able to add just another shingle layer to it for cheap.If there are a ton of shingle layers which usually shouldn't be more than two then you put undue stress on the structure and you might be in a county or city code violations for unsafe practices and conditions.The next thing you need to do it go to your attic space where you can see the under board of the roof and it's condition.

Any firm decision is far from made on my end as I'm keeping an open mind and will walk away from the idea of investing in this city if the conditions force me to.I am going to Minneapolis this summer to spend a week scouring potential properties (with an open mind) and may choose to just stick to the Los Angeles market.To the savvy investors in this forum:Has anyone invested in this zip code area and if not does anyone have any knowledge about this area of Minneapolis?