(If it's a small claim, like $10,000, the PA probably won't spend too much time putting together a thorough scope of work.)- Ask the owner if they have a PA.

Right now isn't the best time, as many property managers are going bonkers right now with rental turnover, but if you catch them at the right time, they are typically, more than willing to spend 5 minutes of their time to offer help. 

@Anthony Gjolaj I can assist if you're looking to invest in metro Detroit. 

You can spend an awful lot of money on rei  education and still miss this important step Knowing your market. - Knowing theoretically how to evaluate a deal does no good in you don't know YOUR market well enough to apply it. 

Would it be worth trying to spend money to get it permitted, or would it be too risky?

Let me if you need any assistance!

We have several vendor members at MAREI that may be able to offer you some great assistance.Attorney I would be sure to check in with Rick Davis.And while she is not a CPA, Stephanie Parris with Guardian Accounting should be able to assist you with many of your CPA questions and I would assume referr a great CPA.

Lets connect I can assist you with the process.

So while our work is different, we are on the same page about finances and spending. 

My thoughts is to maybe meet somewhere in the middle when I'm big enough by bringing on an assistant and grow from there rather than paying the fees of having someone else do it.