Now if the police had a specific reason not to go in like it was a known drug house and dangerous people are squatting there, then that is a reason not to go in.

Obviously the houses are in areas that are ... not the best.So, if anyone can please shed some light on this, I would like to know:1) just how dangerous is it to buy these houses2) why are all UK agents only selling houses from the same area :shock:

Do not invest in any city on Neighborhood Scouts' list of the 100 most dangerous US cities.Low operating cost - High operating costs can turn what appears to be a profitable property into a money pit.

It is also worth taking into consideration, that this neighborhood has been listed as the 15th most dangerous neighborhood in the U.S.

If I'm not mistaken, I believe the plan is to eventually run a new rail (Blue) through Third Ward, too.FYI, in case you didn't know, a few years ago Third Ward Houston was ranked the 15th most dangerous neighborhood in the US on a list compiled by the FBI.

I refuse to door-knock...I think it's dangerous and I feel the follow-up is a waste of time and gas.

The only mission of the news is to spread doom and gloom to the masses IMOWith that being said, there are many areas in the city that are dangerous.  

It is usually dangerous to assume you can cut costs. 

But, some sellers will take that risk for time & convenience reasons.The reason it is dangerous for a buyer (yes, foolish & dangerous) to buy a property without equity, using subject to, is simply the DOS.

Generally speaking though as long as payments are made most sub to are OK.. its the under capitalized buyer the buyer that is an outright crook and so on that makes these so dangerous for sellers.. there is no real danger to buyer other  than getting sued by seller.