But there is no conclusion as to whether the plumber did caused the water backup.So now we probably have to pay out of pockets to restore, fix the septic tank.

My refi/rest or whatever it is called is always a short conversation with my lender discussing new rates/balloon periods and whether to reset the amortization schedule.I am in Texas so there was not a huge drop in FMV but to that point, I think this is where the relationship as a borrower really comes into play.

I suppose once I have enough experience that I can value property, and have enough time to flip, I will give it a shot (or better yet, buy if, restore it, and rent it out).

If for none payment get the outstanding balance because it will likely need to be paid before services can be restored.

I have a plaster restoration business and have been around the building/remodeling side of residential property for a very long time and know a lot about houses, but i don't really know the real estate investing business very well and want to learn from others. 

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So much focus on helping the victims (needed) and then on  rebuilding and restoring the status quo.

If you have a Restore, you may be able to get that cheap and if you catch it coming into the store soon enough, maybe you can snag a bigger lot.I have a paint color I use that I got as a recommendation off this site. 

The water and demo damage from the fire department was actually worse than the fire damage itself.This is a restoration job...

The surrounding homes are well into the 6's, but the duplex has had little restoration and is currently occupied by handicapped month to month renters.