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Even though interest rates are high, we have a big Mircron plant coming here as part of the CHIPS act so that could boost housing demand in the coming years.I don't know the SYR market, but I did a quick search for duplexes somewhat outside of the city, and found this: https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/7300-Lakes....

You don’t want your lender to go out of business while still holding your construction escrow funds.Can you provide me with the contact info of some recent borrowers?

I highly recommend finding a broker and have them find a policy that meets your specific requirements.

Can the agent provide comps?

Be prepared to provide extra documentation, as the lender will need clear collateral and legal rights in case of default.

Add those people in by using County or Schoolarea population.Example:Town1:#ofunits/headcount= 300 units in the area/ population 3,000= 10 unitsper 100 people.Town2:5004,000= 12.5 per 100Town3:andso on.Doevery stand alone town in a 60 mile radius, or until your satisfied.You will get a High, Low and a average.

Just to provide and absolute in this situation, we will sell this home when we move out of Midland.

Right now we're inquiring with our insurance provider to validate proper coverage, checking with our rental license if it covers uses like this, and working through what a lease would look like. 

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