She's well on her way, there's no doubt about that.

I am doing the first showing tomorrow, hopefully I don't come in to some surprise (I doubt it as these were genuinely nice people).

I would be doubtful many banks would loan based on appraised value on a new construction project.  

The lender would have to perform a yearly title check to catch the transfer, so I highly doubt, IF your payments are still made on time, that they would ever notice.

I have a feeling it could be more like you said - which will get factored into my offer.I'm definitely going to check out some local banks as I'm doubtful an equity line is even in question in my case.

But I read a great quote recently, "DOUBT kills more dreams than FAILURE ever will".  

I have no doubt you will be successful.

Brick is usually (but not always) harder to screw up, where as cement board can get ruined if you don't know what you're doing.

Property values in Las Vegas has significantly rebounded since the crash and I doubt you're going to continue to see 30%+ appreciation in the coming years - I'm expecting a more modest 5%.

doubt it.fire current property manager, hire new property manager. current manager is either A. overcharging you significantly for repairs or B. just making it up. don't trust anybody. investigate i bet youll find im right...to whatever extent.