(forced air, steam radiator, hot water baseboard, etc)?

Townhomes *typically* require signed leases for 1 year and many won't allow multiple leases for one unit, forcing you to rent the whole unit after move-out.

Some of the lenders can chime in, but it is my understanding that rate and term will go up a little bit on the LTV if you’re not pulling any cash out.Trying to force a cash sale can be a real challenge.Hopefully there’s a lender on Bigger Pockets reading this that can help you.

You are putting money in, and qualifying for the construction loan, while being forced to use them to execute and lease up.  

It's two words forced appreciation. basically you need to pretend you're an appraiser.

💪 I'm an active duty Air Force. 

People are forced to relocate due to the loss of both homes and essential services.While insurance should cover the reconstruction of your property, until the community recovers, there is no reason for people to move back and rent your property.

I intend to purchase something I can create some forced appreciation out of, however.

I agree with Jonathan on not allowing FOMO to force a decision that can later harm you.

If we had gone through with the transaction and somehow obtained right of first refusal written notice, would the seller be legally held accountable without us forcing litigation?