In my city there is a high crime and the police and the city workers don't care about us putting up the signs and that's why it's a great strategy for my market.

Just be careful.  

So be very, very careful in relying on what they tell you at Permit Sonoma. 

You look rather young to me Greg so I would suggest you do invest smart and take care of yourself first.

if original landlord does not have a move in checklist and inspection report, then you take one when you take ownership. you wont be able to charge for damages prior to your ownership. if there is a report, you can charge for damages (not wear and tear) but be careful if the report is incomplete or not thorough as there is a higher chance you could lose in court if it went that far

I think it’s a sweeping generalization though to say that people in these neighborhoods don’t care (or won’t be a problem, in your words).

We have a lot in common and he has a desire to see the people and park taken care of by someone local.

It is a very well taken care of property.

Be careful as a member of the LLC, listing agent and buyers agent, that water has more than a few snakes in it.

Some may sneak in points fee and seems like giving you better interest rate but at a higher closing price so doesn't hurt to be careful about it!