My question is, if the uninhabitable classification is removed but the boards still are up, will I be able to get a conventional loan on it provided everything else is ok or will the appraiser block the purchase solely based on the house being boarded up?

@Frank Matanane I don't know much about LegalZoom other than the ads I hear, so I cannot opine on their service.I would strongly recommend getting an attorney that knows your local law - if LZ has that service and is recommended by someone you trust then that can be a good source.

I assume no appreciation whenever I invest and focus solely on cashflow. 

And Finally, if you are looking to be a more passive investor in this area, we are looking to recruit new private money sources, so now may be a great time to get involved!

I know you will find this site to be an invaluable source on your new endeavor. 

Ever since we bought the property this particular tenant has been a constant source of pain for us. 

I guess my question is, how can you either a) find their phone number so you can call them about your interest in their property b) get the type of information you would normally from a site like list source, where you see equity %, etc. 

I also listen to BP podcast, webinars and read the forums and I have learned so much from these sources.

When they don't even cite the source of that certification, that's a red flag for me.I tweeted out to Generation Web marketing asking them to cite the source of the certification Hopefully they can provide it. ( https://twitter.com/_seandolan/status/695809424997244928 )Hopefully they respond and clear that up.

If they pay on time and take care of the place, Section 8 can be a great, steady source of income.