For those that said I should be buying new: I have shied away from this idea with this particular property mainly because my husband and I are toying with possibly moving back into this house within the next year or two (we had to move temporarily for his work) and if so, I am planning a major remodel/upgrade to the laundry area with all new top of the line appliances at that time.  

A house that mainly needs updating.   

I lost my main employee for a few weeks due to a car/bike injuries

Planning a 1031 exchange of a PA investment property for a Maine investment property. 

That is my main source, but also have off market contacts. 

Most of the issues that could come up on an FHA appraisal are pretty common sense; mainly safety hazards and structural issues.

I noticed a concrete slab about 150 feet from the main house.   

You're correct in that this decision is completely up to you, but when it comes to umbrella coverage, I tell investors to think about these main items below when making their decision.#1 - How litigious is the state / area you live in (Google search it if you don't know)?

You're correct in that this decision is completely up to you, but when it comes to umbrella coverage, I tell investors to think about these main items below when making their decision.#1 - How litigious is the state / area you live in (Google search it if you don't know)?

I have helped a few people so far (Uk and Canada), non-citizens and have learned that the issue is not really the TK provider - at least not when it comes to the investment.The issues foreigners are facing are mainly in the area of financing (to take full advantage of the leverage and currently low-interest rates), corporate structure, as well as some TK provider behavior.On the financing and corporate structure, I was able to develop relationships I make available to my mentoring clients so we can overcome these hurdles, even though it takes some time and effort.On the TK behavior, it is harder because we all don't have much influence.