Umbrella insurance is usually a very large policy of $1 million or more, extending your coverage for larger situations.

Josh I find myself essentially in the same situation and I have been thinking about my options.  

But others investors with different risk tolerances, goals and financial situations invest in the platform.2) I feel directly owned properties are great because they give me maximum control and the ability to tweak them exactly how I want.

I think you have a solid basis to sue them for all of the damage - though getting them to pay will probably be difficult.I only asked about them being related to you because such a situation can cause awkward moments at the next family reunion!

Take people's advice and also dont take people's advice, make a decision that best fits your situation. 

That said, the other agent and I frequently reduce our commissions on these deals to make them work and, even if the agents don't, the seller would still be getting around 3% at closing with a 10% down payment which, to me, could be a win-win depending on their situation.  

I asked a ton of questions of both Fund and Grow and Plastiq, and I highly recommend you do the same because every deal and financial situation can look different. 

I might suggest getting your own appraisal where you select the appraiser that knows your situation and you can talk to and discuss their approach.

By your description of the situation, I thought that might be in. 

I would like to start investing in real estate once I get situated down there.