Find a couple of good realtors that work with investors and are compatible with you.

Both did nothing to offset my loss, but somehow BBB closed my case stating they had resolved it.

What has to be done to resolve the other items?  

In addition, I'd want specific details on what the actual plumbing issue was and what was done to resolve it .

But I can see where the paperwork might not have been processed yet or something so the foreclosure sale was invalid.But worse case that just means my money would be tied up while it got resolved which is a risk but not as bad as other potential issues.

I have been told we can use ARC vault breakers to improve the security if the electrical panel is compatible, or change the panel if it is not compatible. 

My wife had our first child in January of this year and we JUST resolved a bill that the hospital tried to bill us for twice.

But honestly disputes between neighbors could easily be resolved by the police. 

If I chose to work with them I want issues and expectations resolved upfront so that time isn't wasted. 

@Devin Marlowe I'd probably walk at this point ... you can always poke at it later.If you are intent on pursuit, you could make it a condition of any offer that all zoning, work order and code compliance issues be resolved prior to Close.Now that you have had this discussion with the City and, I presume, conveyed the information to the Vendor and his agent {hopefully you asked the City to put it in writing - to help you keep the list straight.