Hi Steven - The most successful real estate networking group I know of is the one where there are no sales, no promotions, just introductions and round-table discussions on what people are doing, what challenges they have and some story telling.We were down to 3 people that just showed up every week.

You could also check with your local code enforcer about the pool and renters.

My advice would be to promote your need for a loan with your location.

One time they just let a county inspector in who just popped up to make sure things were getting done up to code (thankfully everything was okay). 

Ask them what zip code they're interested in buying, how many bedrooms and baths, and what's their price range.

@Ryan Hobbs Research CA probate codes 10402 and 10552. 

If only one you may be able to add just another shingle layer to it for cheap.If there are a ton of shingle layers which usually shouldn't be more than two then you put undue stress on the structure and you might be in a county or city code violations for unsafe practices and conditions.The next thing you need to do it go to your attic space where you can see the under board of the roof and it's condition.

My current business is screen printing, graphics and promotional advertising.  

Any firm decision is far from made on my end as I'm keeping an open mind and will walk away from the idea of investing in this city if the conditions force me to.I am going to Minneapolis this summer to spend a week scouring potential properties (with an open mind) and may choose to just stick to the Los Angeles market.To the savvy investors in this forum:Has anyone invested in this zip code area and if not does anyone have any knowledge about this area of Minneapolis?

Along with meeting all building code, they require a water test and they require the septic be pumped every 4 years.