I never visited that area but know and visited near that area, i know that the area is a moderate to high crime area. and i also know that for that area they do maintain consistent blue collar/factory type jobs. so as a rental area i think from what i have learned thus far, is that this is a good rental area barring the crime. where i choked was the distance, and started thinking how will i maintain it from a distance.my questions i guess would be. those who have experienced similar situations what did you do?

From the owner's perspective, it is or can be a nightmare if the home is not properly maintained.  

It obviously has been well maintained.

Option one mitigates risk w/ a partner, while they also have an invested interest to build at a good price while maintaining quality.

The real threat mold poses is subject to debate, but you don't want tenants to be able to claim that your inaction led to their health problems...

This is a classic pre-probate, distress sale situation.There may be a number of hurdles that could pose challenges.One is a lack of a will.

This will allow you to maintain a cash reserve and give you time to do the project.

Not every investor has to pay the $200, just the ones who don't want to maintain their property.  

They keep the house well maintained I have been over there 4 different times and it is always very clean.  

> If anyone is thinking about going after a commercial property with them feel free > to contact me and I'd be glad to help.I have wondered why auction.com maintains a sort of firewall between its residential and commercial auctions.