As for the deck that is a bit harder to screw up as long as it is sealed properly the rest is just you inspecting upon completion of work, as always get someone licensed and bonded.

Beach is a whole different thing, and ultimately my post (see title) was looking for direction on the proper place to post my questions or even find a specific person to help me evaluate the opportunity (maybe a pro or co-host opportunity) because I learned in two minutes on this forum since I joined that there is more to it than the “profit” from one year of STR.

Both of those strategies if done properly will help you implement your plan of obtaining 3-4 more properties.   

The repair when properly diagnosed required no parts.

We aren't talking about a caring landlord here who does proper maintenance.

(Turns out that work he had done wasn't up to code anyway but I'm so very thankful he didn't destroy anything else.)So, here I am now, it will be about another 2 weeks of sunk costs and time, properly vetting highly recommended contractors with long work histories to obtain updated numbers and a timeline for the work.

The National Electronic Code does not require grounding for older buildings that are grandfathered in, provided they are properly identified as such: either by labeling them as ungrounded or simply using a new 2 prong outlet to replace and existing 2 prong. 

Who would I go to for filling out the quick claim dead properly?

Seeking information on mezzanine financing options for an 8 figure commercial multifamily deal in D.C. proper. 

Safeco's independent agent wasn't sure (she's still investigating), but I am wondering if anyone here had a similar experience and how they went about making sure they are properly protected?