Good Deal with Asbestos Siding? Anyone have Experience with the Costs of Removing/Covering it?

[Brandon Turner]

I'm looking at property (for a potential flip) that has asbestos siding. I'm wondering, should I:

1.) Cover with Hardi and have to disclose it (would that scare buyers?)

2.) Remove it (using a certified contractor) - any idea how much that would cost?

Any ideas?

I can get the property for $40k, and I can put $30k into the inside, with an ARV of $120k. So, that leaves not a whole lot for siding fixes.

Any ideas?