Many lenders won't allow actual cash value or ACV.Repair cost or replacement cost?  

Her mother is willing to (co-sign) and has excellent credit and debt to income ratio that will more than allow but I’m not sure the best way to structure this for the house to still be in our name?  

There are lenders out there that will allow you to do a loan on something bought mid construction and is uninhabitable. 

If both the parent and child are married, this allows forgiving up to 4 times the annual gift tax exclusion per year.

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Would a bank even allow us to mortgage multiple buildings on a single lot without it being subdivided?

This allows you to purchase a place at 5% down and renovate as you need to.

. -- won't be allowed to rebuild at all.

Network StrategicallyReal Estate Meetups: Attend networking events to meet potential partners, mentors, or funders.Professional Organizations: Join groups like the Urban Land Institute (ULI) or the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) to connect with developers and investors.Pitch Events: Look for events that allow you to pitch your idea to angel investors or venture capitalists.5.

The majority of landlords don't allow pets in there properties.