Feel free to reach out if you need any insights or assistance with DFW properties.

I'd like to avoid taking a portfolio loan given my feelings on the current market.

If comps have hardscaping like paver patios and decks, then we instal those to give the same feeling.

This part, I don't know so much about.if you need more info, feel free to reach out.

Feel free to reach out! 

I can't help feeling like he's been stockpiling funds to eventually file bankruptcy even while he swears he's trying to straighten everyone out.

Feel free to ask anything, anytime.Cheers!

I have been listening to the podcasts and reading some of the books and am excited to finally feel comfortable enough in my vision to post here. 

If something feels off, or bad reviews, do not rent to them.

Maybe your situation is different and if you don’t feel comfortable in the neighborhood then this may be a moot point anyway.As for FHA, my understanding is that you must intend to live in the house for a year  it sounds like you did intend to, but due to unexpected circumstances- lead exposure and unexpected unsafe neighborhood- you have to move.