Does anyone have recommendations on connecting with national tenant decision makers?

The main issue I think you are going to have if you move forward with this property is the only insurer that will take a property that has had a recent loss is the (National Flood Insurance Program) NFIP or government program (What is the NFIP?). 

@Matthew Dovel Here is the link to the next meetup in Charlotte in December: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/641816-multifamily-investor-nation-networkingThanks for the shout out @Chris T.!

@Kevin Uzelac If you want a long term hold, you need long term funding which will most likely be from a traditional lender.Start checking around with local lenders as well as national lenders and credit unions to see what it will take to qualify for funding for rental properties.

Howdy y'all & greetings from eastern Afghanistan!

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I'm not in your market but I can pull national comps to help you guys set a realistic asking price if you'd like.

What was founded as an Eastern European neighborhood eventually changed to Mexican/Hispanic.

Be prepared to give them good details on what exactly you want done.You know the scope of work better than me.When it comes down to thumb in the wind estimates you can find national averages for almost any type of rehab work.

Haven't looked into the federal tax credits yet but I know it is historic as it is in the national registry.Also, couldn't agree more on #3.