Think I better clarify - this isn't an altruistic attempt to help VRBO 😄, but rather a hope that it might result in a higher overall booking rate if both platforms perform at a high level

The water fell 3 floors, when I observed the incident my neighbor was attempting the sweep water out the back door.   

Used PSI last year, they did a bad job, the snow wasn't even bad last year and with several attempts asking them to do better within the terms of the contract, they still sucked. 

 I am in the same boat of attempting to get my deposit back.

Warn them that you will report them to the state commission if they attempt to charge you or refuse to comply with your demand.3.

congrats my friendHere is one piece of advice I have for you:As you attempt to find what area to invest in, use this website https://www.areavibes.com/Its a great resource and starting point for what an area might look like and it has something called a "livability score".

Additionally, I would like to attempt to do the process Owner/Builder with subcontracting work out as well as doing some of the work I'm comfortable with (I have some experience with bathroom & kitchen remodeling an am not new to the construction industry).

The seller is currently attempting to purchase another property but is facing challenges due to the inability to hold two FHA loans simultaneously.

Unless you've got deep pockets, a thirst for the edge, and are lawyered up it's probably not something you want to attempt. 

@Donald Hatter We send the information to a collection agency who attempts to recover the money; after they make several attempts they place it on their credit report.