Lots of rehabbers here work day job and go do their work nights and weekends when city inspectors are sleeping.#3 I'm guessing if your friend did it, it was when prices were going up faster. 

Maybe longer if there's a delay getting the inspector on site. 2 guys and one backhoe. 

Are HOAs legally binding entities that can involve building code enforcers or inspectors in issuing summonses to non-compliant neighbors?"

The property is located in the Midwest and me and my business partner have ran the comps, numbers and called numerous property managers, handymen, inspectors and even asked locals on reddit to get a better understanding of the rental calculations and local biases in the area. 

I am a property inspector.

The independent home inspector we used from Orlando (we've used before and trust) said the home is well-built.

Things broke that even the inspector didn't notice.

I thought about becoming a home inspector or an appraiser, however I don't know if it would be wise for my investments and career to both depend on the housing market.

Will the inspector or the courts eventually come after me and press criminal charges?

I won't be providing appliances but I know that for the section 8 inspection, part of that includes inspecting a working refrigerator and range.When I did Section 8 a couple of times years ago, I was sure the houses would pass or only need minor fixes depending on the inspector that I got, but I let the tenant move in right before the inspection so that their refrigerator and range could already be in place and be inspected.