Government actions are THE cause of the dysfunction in the real estate market and why so few investors and homeowners are transacting.

Otherwise, they have to eat the extra expense just like homeowners do.I would talk to an attorney and your insurance company.

Said it great .Especially  A legal contractor has more to lose than a homeowner .

After hearing about, and personally encountering some horror stories of disagreements between homeowners and contractors, I am wanting to establish a clear contract to use with a new general contractor. 

https://www.qcnews.com/news/investigations/unfinished-business-multiple-homeowners-claim-nc-builder-took-bank-draws-cash-and-left-their-homes-unfinished/?

This may also cause home owners to second guess that option as well, for why go to all the trouble if it could blow up on you like this.Ryan I agree with you about that it disincentivize us to build more when they can just turn around and screw over landlords.  

From what I’ve read in The Economist, demand for “off-the-beaten-path” destinations has increased post-pandemic, as travelers seek quieter, less crowded areas.In my backyard, investors and homeowners alike are increasingly drawn to areas like Gilbert and Chandler due to their exceptional growth potential and quality of life.

Zillow also hs a "Make Me Move" feature you can click on to see home owners listing their property in hopes of a good offer.I have also seen peopl reach out tp local AFL Assisted living facilities to talk to the Admin or on boarding nurse to see if ay families or people need to sell their home to cover costs.

What's more, these contracts were never recorded before or during the foreclosure process, and the homeowner was actually in default on the first mortgage when they entered into these agreements.

These are all services that investors and homeowners will and do pay for so you're on the right track.