The original contractor appears to have pulled permits but then added bits of wood or stuff to the structure which wasn't included in the permit.I'm determined to get my head around this property violation thing because it's obviously a niche market and I'm sure there's good opportunities for investors who are able to deal with violations.

Obviously the conditions I listed will play a role in availability of great deals but you my point :)

Obviously there will be other fees, but to make everything easier, I'll skip over some of those.

Long as he does not charge ya would be ideal.Takes time and experience learning the not obvious things that pops out after your holding the keys.

Obviously, you will have to establish an ecosystem around realtors/agents/wholesalers that will help you in the process.All the best!.

The problem with these tenants was obviously a sluggish bureaucracy that doesn't have enough manpower, will, or funds to make the living situations for tenants right.

Insulation obviously in my circumstance are not code, just an FYI for others.

On the bathroom work, obviously it's better if you can get that taken care of quickly so you can show the home in good shape.

I am still going to get the house inspected.The family knows that the neighborhood is getting better, in fact, they still live in the area and some of the neighboring properties are going for well over $55k, some less than a mile away have sold for 90k but obviously with more rooms than the 2/1 I am working on.

Owner financing would obviously be ideal.