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Properties with unpermitted bdrs and baths
Greetings from LA,
Just wanted hear some expert opinions and experiences on buying a properties (single-story residential) which unpermitted bedrooms and bathrooms (or converted bathrooms). For example title shows 2bed/1bath; however it's remodeled into a 4bed/3bath and of course the property is sold as is.
Price seems to be listed as a median price and sounds like a potential investment property.
Advantages? Disadvantages?
Thanks!
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It's not uncommon to come upon unpermitted additions. It's not your ideal situation but could present opportunity. You should have it inspected (home inspector not city/county) to make sure it was done to code. It's better to inherit an unpermitted addition done right than one that is a code violation nightmare. Usually a seller will refuse a city/county inspection so they don't get red tagged.