Personally I would demand the security deposit back and then offer to let them keep it if they release you and your daughter from any other claims.

Agree on all points about the mother, lets hope mom keeps kicking and enjoying life!

Are you not able to give proper notice (whatever timeframe your lease states) and then go send someone to enter the property and see it in person?

I've even had the chance to secure cash-out refinances between 6.00-6.50% lately - keep an eye on the 5-year treasury, as 720+ credit and $100k+ properties will be eligible for rates that are about 2.5% over that daily treasury rate. 

Working with a knowledgeable real estate agent and keeping an eye on online listings can also help.

If you’re confident in these numbers, it could help mitigate the risk.Exit Strategy: Your plan to refinance after construction is solid, but keep an eye on where interest rates are heading and ensure the cash-out refinance will cover the HELOC without leaving you in a tight spot.It sounds like you're on the right track, but if you're still feeling uncertain, it might be worth consulting with a local real estate professional or financial advisor who can help you analyze the deal further.

Who knows where these REIT's/Sponsors will be several decades from now, or if they will even keep these specific REIT funds open for that long, forcing us into a taxable event. 

If you are not planning on living there too, you would only be able to offer a gift to that person and you would likely not qualify as an eligible gift donor unless you are closely blood related. 

Hi Jonathan, I know Tim personally and have for years.

will you go there in person?