It took them 2 years to build their home from being given all sorts of grief by water/sewer, zoning and codes.

So, it you do pursue this, I would say include at least the basic utilities, and  possibly consider including internet/cable as well.Also, double check your local codes- where we are, no more than 3 unrelated adults may live together without specific zoning.

For foreign stock corporations, see § 13.1-757 of the Code of Virginia.For foreign nonstock corporations, see § 13.1-919 of the Code of Virginia.For foreign limited liability companies, see § 13.1-1059 of the Code of Virginia.For foreign business trusts, see § 13.1-1249 of the Code of Virginia.For foreign limited partnerships, see § 50-73.61 of the Code of Virginia.

Don't baby sit and set the bar where you EXPECT the tenants to perform. 

Hopefully I will be posting some rehab updates in the near future, barring any major surprises during the inspection.My boyfriend is a master plumber/contractor who bought his first investment property two years ago.

I have also seen financing be declined due to not being able to be rebuilt as is, due to being nonconforming with the current city code.

My advice to you would be to look for off market properties.If you're not sure how to do that there is plenty of free info on this website just go to BP's search bar and search "How do I find off market properties" plenty of free info to get you started. 

Just Cause Eviction = Rent Controlhttp://www.seattle.gov/dpd/codesrules/codes/justca...Seattle

We got lucky in 2010 and bought a much larger home in Diamond Bar and are renting out the town home in Foothill. 

One that I use is Redfin.com if they are in your area or Trulia.com  On Redfin put in the zip code and on the right side click on "More Filters" then Left Lower click on "Sale Records". ( Cosmetic repairs shouldn't affect a good appraisal.