Rental with a Pond and a Dam in MA

[Michael Morton]

I'm just starting out and am analyzing a property that is a 2 unit place in Harvard, Massachusetts.  I'd be looking to buy+hold, update and rent out both units.  My question is would you go anywhere near this place given that:

1) There's a pond on the property (really gorgeous, but do you want to rent with that "problem")?

2) There's a registered dam (and MA inspects them and can demand upkeep done by the owner)?

3) there's bound to be lead paint in the property

I'm thinking as an early investor I should just steer clear of these problems - but I'm interested in any perspectives.

Thanks!

Morton++

[Michael Morton]

Thanks for the tips @Russell Brazil and @Derreck Wells  Yeah - I realize now that of course lead paint is going to be an "issue" for every house up here.  Duh.  

Good point about resale value.  

Thanks for the positive responses.