The bad news is that the fix is to put a literal garden hose into a neighboring well and siphon it out slowly overnight and hope that it fills up enough to service the houses that are currently in use (yes, they got a pretty solid refund).

Not everyone likes gardening or rocking on the porch.

Some that come to mind: contractors, handyman (smaller jobs), electrician, gardener, property management (ones that will also manage tenants in place), real estate attorney and lender.I would be over the moon to talk to anyone kind that can spare some time for a fellow BP member. 

I’m seeing some price reductions on distressed properties, but I also see some freshly finished flips still reaching for the stars and seem to be sitting longer than you would think they would.

As a low-risk, middle housing (Garden-style apartments) developer, the balance of amenities vs price vs rent is a balancing act.  

In 10 years I imagine myself waking up every day in the little home I designed, painting in my art room, and tending to my garden.

They'll need to complete a fresh appraisal (possibly desktop) and also qualify you for the additional access to equity. 

Our projects are almost ALWAYS 3 story garden walk-ups on flat land.  

Also, the proximity to Busch gardens makes it very attractive for your next tenant.

With the right company, you can get experience, make connections, have bosses with more experience than you to help you grow your knowledge and experience, all while receiving a paycheck to continue living.My first job was fresh out of school and taught me far more than I could have learned on my own.