Many NYC'ers hold onto non cash-flowing properties since they can use their incomes to float the difference. 

If your contractor can't float the funds for the project, then RUN.This was a major learning experience for me.

They don’t just float around.

I have been in float planes up in Canada and Alaska but never piloted one.. although its a bucket list item to get my water cert.. its very cool landing on water.. but you do need to be cautious flying low always has its challenges.Buckingham is the nicest part of the county..

There are probably plenty of houses on the block with Steelers flags , rap artists banners , and beach towels as blinds !

The real estate professional that you need to find can't be found by calling a real estate office or clickinc on banner ad somewhere.Agents or brokers you don't have a relationship with, who bring a property to you, are more than likely just trying to sell that property.  

Basically, the loan will float after 5 years. 

Okay, I don't think I have the cash to float that anyway, but we can all dream right?

Quote from @Bruce Woodruff:  This graphic was posted by Nick Gerli on twitter to support his "Airbnb collapse is real" narrative and has already been debunked as being manipulated with several different versions floating around.

Construction practices vary per market somewhat, but around here (Texas in general) you can find many paint contractors that will tape, float and texture drywall.