They also need to be fully  insured.If you own in your own name, remember that even fully insured, once litigation is brought, the discovery process will make your ENTIRE ESTATE public knowledge - the "vultures" WILL descend!

I send an error report to the tech support and they aren't responsive at all.It is good for pulling up some info on properties, a lot you can get for free from public records...when it worksI think they take advantage of people that don't use the software much and just pay for the monthly fee on autopay.... they def need to make the tech more user friendly, but same goes for a lot of things in this industry like how outdated MLS software is as wellA lot of the stuff is free on public records

Frequently, there's just not enough data available, so I slowly increase the search radius and time frame.I spreadsheet my comps, with columns for beds, baths, square feet, lot size, basement type, septic (public / private), garage, days on market, REO or Short sale, condition, sale price, $/sq ft.In general, I try to get the same style home, but at least comp 2 story homes with other 2 story homes, ranches with other single story homes, etc.I also throw out any comps that are either inexplicably low or high prices.I include 3 sections in my comps - the subject property, sold properties and thos currently on the market (your competition).I've attached on that I just did on an exceptionally hard property. 

An upcoming public hearing on Monday 6/5/2017 @ City Hall Rm 400 1pm testimonies being heard.item 170519  An Ordinance amending Chapter 19-1300 of the philadelphia code, entitle REAL ESTATE TAXES by creating a tax foreclosure diversion program that requires housing counseling assistance, updating tax installment agreement payments to help taxpayers with financial hardships, and other related items; all under certain terms and conditions.show up and voice your opinions, give your support(I can't imagine who wouldn't support this).

Also, I read that permits are required for the safety of the public.

BTW--these are PUBLIC forums.

Does it have septic or public sewer?  

(In non judicial states there might be a notice of default filed or recorded.)Prior to the sale, there should be some kind of public notice in advance of a sale.  

This summer we are meeting with MPPs, public servants and those writing the parties platforms for the next provincial election.Of our key points, the maintenance of vacancy decontrol is at the top."

What usually seems to happen is that Insurance companies try every trick in the book to not pay, raise the premiums, and then get a bailout a couple years later that the public never really finds out about.