This may turn out to be a "give an inch take a mile" scenario.

I would drop it to about 18 inches, that way you can get better air flow for flame combustion and you do not restrict the heat it gives off.  

The wind tore down her pool cage and the storm water flooded her older home (and car) several inches. 

I am willing to spend the $500 and a bit of time to get it auctioned off to hopefully someone who will maintain it, since this will enhance the marketability of my other property.Originally posted by @Bob Malecki:If its a local bank you may have a shot at it.

What you are referring to is the difference between going a mile wide and an inch deep, or going an inch wide and a mile deep... 

Adding 9 additional inches of insulation to the already insulated attic. 4.

im thinking for a one square inch of a postcard or letter why not.

This financial cushion enhances your profile as a borrower, making you more appealing to lenders who generally seek a debt-to-income ratio of 36% or less.

I'm a welder by trade so I built a 4 inch deposit  pole it's buried about 3 feet in the ground so they can't steal it they insert the money thru a hole in pipe and above ground level I made a section of pipe that comes out with a stain less steel  security  lock on back side  pretty much any box with lock would work  attached  to property just make  sure they don't put cash  or it might just disapear

To enhance your own home inspection business, I'd propose you approach a Bic from a different firm on each flip, explain you are also an investor and LET the Bic choose a listing agent from her firm for you AND ask for a 1% commission rebate from the bic/listing agent.THE Bic will get to be the hero.That way everyone loves you-- free advertising (the Bic will appreciate the business--- you will probably get 2 listing agents for the price of one as the BIC will insure your property gets top notch service)A $5k return is way too small of a goal!!