Otherwise yes we see the same issue with the big banks. 100%, it was not a short simple road for those now free nations, but I assure you those people say "worth it". 

Rest assured the tenants were aware of the outstanding bills and no doubt rejoiced when you failed to take it out of their deposit.

Thanks Bryan L.I have a deal that I want to do but the property owner owes property taxes. to a newbie like me, this is a problem. but to wholesale gurus such as yourself  its a piece of cakei just want to do this deal and learn as well. thanks for assuring me

I think we will be able to come to an understanding.Lessons learned to debrief from this experience (I know it isn't over):Start with a very defined contract preferably with a Quality Assurance step prior to payment @Pat L.Set quality standards from the start and be ready to move to another contractor at the first sign of non-communication or non-fulfillment of promises or not meeting the standards set@Brian PulaskiEven though I was stationed in San Diego during this renovation in RI, I had plenty of Navy members that would have been more than happy to critique anyone else's work.

At a minimum, try to get some assurance that you can even get the construction loan, before committing to this endeavor.

First is assurance that I'm making wise decisions / deals.

It helps with any insurance pushback as well as assures tenants who may learn of the siding that you have sealed it.  

In the middle of the process of ordering a tiny home we applied for a compliance permit from our county health department.  

After sale, when they came to inspect for compliance they looked for intact paint on all surfaces and the exterior.

And had to convince and assure my title company that this is what the seller wanted also and what we had agreed to, lol.