I am at the point where I am going to call my credit card and file a claim. 

With determination and the right resources, you'll be well on your way to achieving your real estate dreams.

We all remember what happened in 2008, how do you know that $1 million dream home isn’t a McMansion worth half that, and one you won’t be able to resell?

Living in Hawaii is a dream come true for our family.

Put your cards on the table after the initial review rather than tie up and waste an investor's time. 

I utilized (and maxed out) my credit cards to afford the materials necessary to renovate the apartments (I know bad move) therefore I cannot acquire a loan of any sort to fund the initial funds necessary to acquire a hard money or DSCR or rehab loan.

Does a credit card company say their cash flow is unpredictable because of late payments and defaults and charge-offs?  

Grocery stores would be empty within 48 hours unable to order from their JIT supply, credit cards not working, not sure if we could maintain the electric grid, cell phone system gone - who still has a landline?

To grow, keep buying more and use the money and worth you gain to reach your dream of having rental properties.

. - Call every 2-3 days to get project updates - Pay for materials with your lowes pro business credit card over the phone - Ask contractor for itemized list of things that needed to be doneThe above will ensure your sucess.