I still have plenty of strong buyers that are ready and willing to take advantage of low rates and sellers that need to sell. 

Correct, it would transfer the problem to us, and that's only advantageous if 1) we have the cash reserves to handle a vacant property at first while we find a tennant, and 2) if we can fix whatever the problem was that prevented the property from being rented out.

We would like to take advantage of an FHA on a multi family and be owner occupied.

While I do like the benefits of small multi-family, one thing I am struggling with is whether or not to focus on taking advantage of the 3-4 unit buildings that qualify for the currently low FNMA financing or to venture into larger buildings. 

I think its key as it says on the bottom of that page, communication is key and for both parties to not try to get an advantage, we're all going to have some loss from this.  

Forbearance is quite different, and not nearly as advantageous. 

I wondered whether I should refi to take advantage of the lower rates, refi out for cash, or wait a while to see what happened and get a HELOC.So in 1990, I got the HELOC, whose rates would vary based on market rates.

Debt is cheaper, so it’s important to take advantage of opportunities with a buy and hold mentality.

The total was more than $2,500.Based on the face value of your posts, if you make a De Minimis Safe Harbor election for the tax year, all costs would be capitalized and it would generally be advantageous to take a partial asset disposition as well.You *might* get to a better answer by forgoing the DMSH and instead applying the Betterment, Adaptation, and Restoration tests. 

I can’t do that but thought the gesture would buy good faith and avoid being taken advantage of should legislation interfere with evictions soon?