Adding a 1/2 bath, new roof, central air or other typical improvements will increase the value of the property. 

Does that qualify for a home office tax exemption?

My heart rate goes through the roof as I have about $90k in equity in that house. 

The house's exterior is constructed of brick material with a flat tile roof.

What do you see as the advantages of sober living homes vs regular rent by the room type homes?

No guaranteed way to stop a determined, experienced thief:(Only deterrents that push them to easier jobs.The roof may be a good idea - until they figure out the just need a ladder to get up there and a rope to lower it down. 

As for repairs on the purchase of a home prior to auction there are some professionals utilized by the professionals for costs to repair the home in best and worst case scenarios.

Our family had a summer home that had an open metal roof over part of the patio, and when it rained everyone was uncomfortable with the noise level.

Purchased for $69,000, it needed a full rehab, including a new roof, plumbing, and modern updates inside and out.

Investment Info:Mobile home buy & hold investment.