I would expect that feds would be sensitive to too many hikes, when we are in this "inflated" territory... but, technically economy is generally healthy, so who knows.  

If you’re working on a time-sensitive flip or renovation, hard money could be ideal.

.: HiRepairs were going to be paid for before closing, as the seller having some other time sensitive activities needing to be met, my agent and I decided to grant a seller credit to the buyer for these repairs.

If they want one, then make it timesensitive- only for x years; location sensitive- within xx miles ofthe existing facility; make them pay for it, on top of the propertyvalue.P.

Also, townhomes are a great bridge property, it's a common trend that those in townhomes are aspiring for home ownership meaning credit sensitive and with that right mindset. 

I may steal that expression Scott :)The covid extensions were for time sensitive deadlines that fell between April 1 and July 14th of 2020. 

Yes, I found this article on how connectedinvestors is HYPER sensitive when it comes to blocking and banning members, for no apparent reason: http://www.onmyminddaily.com/c...

I looked at one where I feel comfortable bidding 59% of what HUD is asking due to the water damage in the basement (I couldnt see mold but I'm pretty sensitive to it and could definitely smell it -- was very strong and I suffered from some congestion for 2-3 hours after being in the basement)HUD has not disclosed the mold (unsure if the PM company missed it or their inspections were performed before the basement flooded -- guessing it only got 1-2" of water in it) however it was in the house long enough the humidity warped some of the flooring upstairs and warped the door going down to the basement -- however I did not see or smell any signs of mold upstairs so feel for the most part comfortable buying the house.Am I wasting my time submitting a bid 59% of what HUD is asking?  

2. how sensitive the short term rental business is to these risks in these locations, i.e. there are not many properties for short term rental in certain locations for example?

Don't be tempted by overmotivation to bite off more than you can chew with baby teeth.