Our remodeled home has received multiple offers at or near the asking price.Unfortunately, we've hit an issue with the appraisal.

Have had some big remodeled units that unfortunately came up late in the year.

All you get is what you can export/import via CSV file:(We use Propertyware, have experience with Buildium, and have played with Appfolio and RentManager.Buildium is for smaller companies.The other three are tied, the differences being how much automation & customization you want to do.If you don't see yourself growing beyond 150 units, go with Buildium.If you're not very techy and plan to grow over 150 units, we'd recommend Appfolio.If you're techy and plan to grow over 150 units, we'd recommend Propertyware or RentManager.Of course, schedule some demos, take GREAT notes and them make your decision.FYI - there are MANY new options on the market, RentRedi, TenantCloud, Apartments.com, Hemlane, Rentec.

Kitchen and basement remodel.

I have pulled a permit for removing a fireplace, but probably would not have but I had a significant remodel going with permits and did not want hassle of him making an issue of removing the fireplace (the inspection for fireplace removal consisted of only verifying gas cap was in visible location, he did not even spray it).

Our mortgage was significantly higher than our flood insurance, and I don't know if we qualify to try to apply for FEMA or if there is other assistance, and if so, if we would apply as a business (we file it on our personal taxes as rental income).

Property owners can file for an emergency court hearing, significantly reducing the time required to remove squatters.

If they fail to pay, then you can consider taking them to small claims court or filing with a collection agency. 

For example - you're starting a $100,000 remodel on a propoerty that you have acquired, the Scope Of Work includes basic lipstick stuff like a kitchen remodel, a bath remodel, and new flooring and paint.I would start with a draw of no more than $10k, that is more than enough to get anyone going and it shows your good faith.

Otherwise, weigh your options with estimated vacancy and remodeling time, but how you may be able to mitigate losses longer-term with the higher rents you'll presumably be able to collect with new tenants.