Prior to going that route, I would encourage her to ask around her friend group to see if she knows anyone familiar with the type of problem she is experiencing.Warm regards,Chris

I've skim coated the grooves in paneling with joint compound prior to paint to give it a smooth drywall appearance.

I would have qualified for a home purchase prior to quitting my job, however I didn’t want to buy in the Bay Area (have you seen the prices?)

That is what I was attempting to express in my prior post and my apologies if I communicated anything else to you.Best,Barry

Hopefully I can find the owner prior to foreclosure. 

Positives:Government pays on time with direct deposit.Tenants tend to stay longer due to not many landlords offering section 8 housingLandlord receives at or above market rents in borderline neighborhoods.Negatives:The property has to pass the inspection criteria prior to tenant taking possession.

@Marina Man I buy a builders risk policy on each property and convert it to a vacant home policy when the CO is issued.

@Brian Flint If you truly have $0 and you have no prior experience, I’d say it’s going to be hard to find a lender willing to put up 100% of the purchase as well as 100% of rehab.

My point is, for $50 bucks, I can install those prior to closing with seller permission and use a bank.  

Even if they threaten a lawsuit, I don't think they have grounds.You might want to check the Master insurance policy of the Condominium and see what it covers.