:)I have a quick question: what is the best way to find/locate fire damaged properties for sale?

Umbrella Policies are good, but they are not an asset protection tool, they only cover litigation/damages after you’re already in litigation or found personally liable.

Ex) $500 to get them out without damaging anything vs ~$1000-$2000 in legal & other fees. 

You do the most damage with the least exertion, beautiful, ....yeah Elevate owns some of the worst properties in the worst parts of town here in Houston.

Would diligently screening them limit the risks of tenants damaging the property?

Looking for people's advice on whether or not to pursue small claims court lawsuit for all my costs (rent, advertising, damages, legal minus deposits).

The total build is about 2,060 sq ft.We'll operate it as a STR and probably do $4,000 - $5,000/mo in rents and then have the flexibility to block it off for friends and family when they visit.I will say the process has taken longer than hoped.

So far I've notice some towns have regulations or already blocking STR like Woodstock, thing is that those are saturated markets already and no room for STR (IMO), but catskills is so big its a matter of a location and price! 

We did notice some water damage in the front of the house but was told the roof is in good condition.

If there is mold, it will usually be A) on the subfloor exterior, joists, and insulation in the crawlspace, or B) in any areas of water damage/water leaks inside the walls, behind tile in bathrooms, etc.