It has been damaged, and I have now replaced the entire porch - it was old, but I feel that the punching bag may have helped the damage occur.

That's the purpose of a lease...to prevent these situations and lay out in advance what occurs when something happens. 

There is not a lot of new construction occurring on the Oregon Coast and older homes can be dated.

The developer or owner of the project is not necessarily in the business of charging for construction services but often gets roped into a GC license requirements as a builder based on how the laws are written wherever the development occurs. 

Here are some key points to consider:Accessibility: Residential properties are often more accessible to individual investors, especially those starting out with smaller capital.Tenant Stability: While turnover can occur, residential leases tend to have shorter terms, offering more flexibility if you want to adjust rents or change tenants.Market Liquidity: Generally, residential properties are easier to buy and sell due to higher demand from individual homebuyers and investors alike.Emotional Appeal: Homes and apartments can have a strong emotional appeal to buyers and renters, which can influence demand and pricing stability.Purchasing: Residential real estate will require a down payment of at least 10% of the purchase price. 

So you are relying on appreciation which will occur in virtually all markets over the long term, but the initial appreciation will go to recovering the negative cash flow.  

I have the capital for a down payment and holding costs for a year but am struggling to find a lender who does not require a first-position lien on the home (the seller does not wish to subordinate his lien position).It has occurred to me to seek a partner-investor who would profit share with me if I was responsible for renovations, as I’m an experienced and licensed Residential Contractor.

Hi all, Is the only way to figure out where future development planning is occurring is to go to city council meetings? 

Incidents that occur that are not a result of landlord negligence, is generally the tenants responsibility.

We apologize for any misunderstanding that may have occurred in this regard.Lastly, we want to clarify that while your experience may have left you feeling uncertain, it's important to note that no fraud or theft occurred.