If you have investors who invest in your SFR deals and you want them to transition to multifamily and they have objections, most likely you need to tighten up your pitch on why you want to make this shift.The investor might be getting a "vibe" or picking up from that you aren't yet 100% sold on this strategy.Just something to ponder...

I have done some deals with my parents but our success has been very strained due to lack of very motivated sellers. 

Fannie Mae only says that the appraiser has to comment on the appearance and general workmanship, but in this era of tightening guidelines, you're sale is on the precipice.I'd say get it permittedStephanie

Manufactured Homeowners Feel the Financial Strain", as a part of their "Chasing the Dream" series.

Most times it was due to a recent device (outlet / light fixture) change and a connection wasn't tightened good enough that came loose over time, or a device failure.

(yes, I've already done a look at how to tighten up our tenant recruitment).

If you come out ahead, and it saves you the mental / emotional strain there’s nothing wrong with pivoting to an area less at risk of flooding. 

Be prepared for long permit times, the area is growing and that puts strains on all areas of county offices.

The actual amount is dependent on the type of tenant...if they are lower, or fixed income, they obviously cannot afford a big hit, but if they are a typical dual income household, they just tighten their belt a little.

We ended up under contract and during the inspection negotiations the buyer requested a bunch of silly things to do that I didn't want to pay for, some were a few knobs we tightened with a screw driver.