From what I gather, I am coming to the conclusion that I ought to take all of my extra resources and apply it to real estate.

Appreciate the response.My OP wasn't meant to come off as dejected as it sounded, but moreso to try and get others thoughts on my conclusions.

I always lead them to the forgone conclusion that led to the deal..then I wiped out a contract and went for the close I asked for the order..

I think at least one new sheet of plywood will be needed, maybe 2, because of "sogginess" at the evaporative cooler.That's about $1500 difference.

I did say reasonably intelligent, meaning they have the capacity to study, take notes, organize and form logical conclusions.

I can build a spreadsheet with the best of them but like many people, I can also spend hours tweaking every line item, from rental income to vacancy rates, only to come to the same conclusion in the end…it might work. 

@Carlos Marroquin This is a very compelling question & I would love to hear any progress you make or conclusions you arrive at.

Insurance settlements are considered but not treated as conclusive when attempting to determine the amount of an actual loss.Mr.

If we are willing to accept our conclusion about a subject as the only possible accurate conclusion, then we deprive ourselves of a broad understanding.  

I was thinking about that - And my conclusion is that she would likely have no way of knowing that her name was still on the deed.