my first floor is all drywalled now in my reno, ground up rebuild.

This property will be a scrape and rebuild something.

I go with basic fixtures with good hardware (Fluidmaster components in a basic toilet - leaks cost a LOT), faucets that are rebuildable, etc.

I believe that flippers and developers make America a better country by rebuilding and revitalizing the homes that are about to break down.

It cost $60,000 out of my own money to rebuild the place.

He tears down and rebuilds.  

I think you need to let your credit rebuild a little before you go for an FHA mortgage.

I ripped off the white subway tile again, and I'm in the process of rebuilding it.

If it only takes 15k to finish school, I'd say finish it, and then get a good helicopter job and save up like crazy. you'll rebuild the 15k and more when you have a job (after finishing school of course).

Also, any damage they did not put in as a claim.Other things to ask:- any knob & tube wiring or Aluminum wiring- are they aware any mold, asbestos, or other  pollution issue- are there any underground tanks of any kind (active or inactive)- any issues with insects, animals, etc.Check to see if there would be any issues with rebuilding on that site (will you have to upgrade to code or will it not be allowed).