NO, I do not feel that way.Personally, I think the threat from hurricane is a much bigger than the risk of carrying mortgage.

Ok here's another thought since I have 35 years in the building res and comm trades I have watched the supply of workers disappear  If and when residential ever starts backup to pre collapse days there's no where left to build 

One day I'm at a total analysis paralysis and next I'm in the OH NO the deals are disappearing I have to get them fast!

You will lose it - contractor could easily take off and disappear.  

I haven't disappeared.

For example, with interest rates going up and really no expectation to come down at some point the rates could get high enough to where refinancing would increase your monthly expenses enough to where a good chunk of your cash flow has disappeared each month.

When I was living in NYC (rent control there is a bit less prevalent, since there's a rate when it disappears), I moved every year-ish...as rents went up I found a new place that was in line with what I wanted to spend.

From folks disappearing after a draw, to buying a boat instead of finishing the job.I suggest starting off very small and getting to run around for you prove their worthiness.If all goes well, then look at giving them bigger jobs.Make sure ti hire slowly and fire quickly.Thanks

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Renters everywhere tend to not pay, pay late , disappear, cause damage, etc.