Another option would be to hire some day laborers to help out.As I mentioned, the work doesn't require much technical skill (and there are probably lots of useful how-to articles and videos online), it just requires a lot of muscle and physical labor--it's a job where many hands make for lighter work.I'm in your area, so, after it's dried out, if you want me to come take a look and discuss the possible causes and solutions to prevent further flooding, dm me.

After I provide a true, unbiased reasonable response more likely than not I’m “attacked” for (1) being a “hater”. (2) having “it in” for wholesalers or subject to buyers or lease option advocates or land flippers, or….. (3) not “understanding” the strategy or tactic in question (4) being out of touch with the way real estate works today.  

I’m also curious because I’m trying to plan out my purchase later this year, and exploring all options. 

I know I will find answers if I keep reading and exploring, but I have a potential deal going right now, so I need the answers sooner rather than later.1.

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Not sure if you could rent a room for short periods or not, but it may be an option for your travel needs.

Work with seasoned professional and drill down on all your options. 

You will then have a few options with that rent money....you can put it into principal or you can start saving it to purchase yet another property.

This reduces exit options and affects the value.  10) Small number of small units is the most expensive residential development there is.  

However, the EDEN housing (section 8) contacted me to give me options.