I have consumed so much of time trying to read and watch youtube videos on the residential side of things (to the point I think I am suffering from information overload and absolutely need to just DO it). 

Any information on hot markets in my area or tips are greatly appreciated.

Bright side - You are not likely to have a rodent problem!

Now according to the FEMA FIRM, this ditch and the land adjacent (the 2 houses described above) are in the 100-year floodplain (which i think is ridiculous bc we've had several floods exceeding the 100-year in my life and it has never over-topped...there are steep embankments on either side that help with flood conveyance).So, the neighbor is looking to sell off market and has given me the chance to offer. 

That's something to think about, I do have a side business and get calls all the time but have never thought about getting a LOC.

pert near every EM squabble I have been involved with both parties have to sign cancellation docs that the title co or lawyer sends out.. once those are back money is released that day or next.. if the parties cant agree money sits in escrow.. some board of realtor forms have mandatory non binding mediation clauses so if you cant agree you go to mediation which generally cost each side 1 to 1.5  thousand.. 

Its typically on the street side, but if don't see it go in the basement or crawl space and see where the main water line is coming in and you will know its on that side of the house.

., then that is still a low return from the cash flow side of things. 

I hear you 100% BP is a great place to vent, but remember when you get hot and post, you end up with quotes like nobody should ever put down so much money prior to any work being doneWhich I don't believe you think is good blanket advice.

I know someone on here will know this: I'm trying to find siding online  to replace some old and rotting siding,  but I'm not sure exactly what it is.