So it's ironic i'm now seriously looking at a property in Antigonish!  

(Ironically, right to the right of my post it is telling me to use this button to contact a local lender)

We're under contract on a house that needs some minor foundation shimming and a complete replacement of cast iron pipes in said foundation.

Irons wood works is great for upscale finishes and any job you may have.They are doing work in Bainbridge right now, but have resources.

@Tamara Troutt if you're into visualizations, imagine putting on a heavy duty raincoat/ iron shield before calls, and imagine the tomatoes and eggs they are throwing at you just sliding off it as you stay protected and clean in your shield.Just keep going!

I found a house, ironically, in my own neighborhood.

It is difficult to give up STR money for long term and long termed renters might get on your nerves if the walls are thin or they like to BBQ often with pot or beer. 

I don't know your market or your goals, but ironing out this is crucial. 

So we're in the basement taking out the massive old cast iron pipes & hear the owners wife come into the building.

Or asking for advice which I think is kind of ironic since I’ve been on this site basically 18 months.