I think I paid closer to retail on this property too.

This is your primary residence too, the people saying don’t risk your credit... well, after you are living in your primary residence you should take some credit risks because you can’t will your kids your credit score.

You may like them, but having them drill your tooth probably isn't going to go well for you.  

I'd definitely go with @Brian Ellis's and @Frank Wong's suggestions, too.

I'd buy a unicorn and fly around the world to party with Santa, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, Puff the Magic Dragon, the talking M 'n M's and whoever else I could find that doesn't really exist.

Here's a few links that may benefit you:Destination GNONew Orleans NeighborhoodsNew Orleans Neighborhood GuideNew Orleans Neighborhoods & AttractionsNew Orleans MapsJudgemental Map of New Orleans (Meant to be funny but kinda accurate too)The 73 'official' New Orleans neighborhoods: Why they exist, and why they shouldn'tHow do we map New Orleans?

Instead of saber-tooth tigers lurking around the corner, we now have to deal with crooks who steal using smooth talk and a pen.

I am 100% accidental landlord and fought it tooth and nail, but it turns out that I am really good at it and I now do it full-time. 

If it's Strawberry Mansion you shouldn't waste your time and money, they will fight you tooth and nail and there's little chance you'll win.

Leaving all your belongings, clothes, tooth brush, etc does not appear to be abandonment.When did he last pay rent?