Being in debt is somewaht like being a drug addict.

SOme questionaires ask 50 questions, like an psyc test to get more information than they would otherwise say.

SInce most that get out of jail have a bill to the state for their stay, and probably lost everything unless they had a relative save personal belongings, many have no job or any prospect of a decent job with a record, they are pretty easy prey.No wonder most drug addicts go back in and most reoffend, it's the system, So unless you can provide a fair shake and they see it that way, say thirty days after they are there, you might have something there.

Nobody is interested, so I'm guessing $10 m is the entry requirement for CRE investing, and nobody want to talk to the casual investor, unless you can pass some sort of cryptic secret society test.

Also lots of drug runners.Thanks for the warm welcome.

You could do the same for battered & abused women or drug addicts, etc...

Jerome, violations that actually close a home (yanked occupancy permit and forceful removal of residents) could range from severe structural problems to it having been declared a nuisance property (drug house, etc.).

Everyone has an opinion but I will own a property where there are some minor drug arrest (use, possession) but not one where there are many crimes against people or property (assault, robbery, car break-ins).The home will bring additional challenges as the tenant may refuse to water or cut the grass and bushes, pick up palm frawns(not in lease) Any unpaid bills from public utilities could cause a lien against the property.

If you can find a plastic mallet this is the best to test the covered sole plate area.

The "War on Drugs" comes to mind.