Some of the homes my first time home buyers and investors have checked out look like they may have had a shady past. Sometimes it's angry prior owners or renters. Other times it may have been illegal activity. For Bank Owned REO homes, the Realtor representing the bank and the bank itself may not be aware of all the activities that occured at the home.
Melissa Dittman Tracey wrote on the 16th about '5 Signs Your Listing May Have Once Been a Meth Lab".
Melissa states that the NY TImes published an article about how Illnesses Afflict Homes with Criminal Past.
Things Melissa writes that you should watch out for:
1. Yellow discoloration on walls, drains, sinks and showers.
2. Blue discoloration on valves of propane tanks and fire extinguishers.
3. Fire detectors that are removed-or taped off.
4. Burning in your eyes, itchy throat, a metallic taste in your mouth, or breathing problems when in the home.
5. Strong odors that smell similar to materials often found in a garage, such as solvent and paint thinner, or odors of cat urine or ammonia.
The links above provide more details.
Jeff
Neighborly Realty
http://www.EnglePropertiesOnline.com
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