Contractor believes either rotting plant debris or underground water source is causing the sinking.Stats:Built-2007Arv- 115-130kFoundation repair- 40-60kREO list price- 60kForeclosed- dec 2013In my mind, this deal only makes sense if I negotiate the price down below 40k, AND I get the neighbor on board for some amount of the foundation repairs, maybe 10k.

It is a rare situation that would cause me to invest out of my local tri state area (I know the local market well) but on those occasions when I do, I go strait to the nearest GRE with a good reputation.

Has anyone dealt with utility liens caused by a tenant in Fulton County, GA or Roswell, GA?

Someone may have a good deal but only be interested in cash and discard your mailer cause they aren't interested in seller financing.

We would rather see one large claim from an unavoidable cause (tree falling for ex.) than a string of small ones.

It’ll get you to the root cause of your action.

Can anyone let me know if this is a wise idea or if paying this off early may do more harm then good?

If you read virtually any policy it will have a clause indicating that it's void with respect to damage caused by "war or general insurrection."

All of these things are relevant, and could very well cause you to be rejected on the basis of a cursory review.The bottom line is that you seem to have about $55,000 a year in document able income.  

We need to be aware of the safety issues regarding the products we use in our industry as health issues from environmental causes effect not just our investment but our livelyhood