Doesn't have to be by the water but great if it is. 

No idea how many water leaks they had an fixed behind a wall.5.

Best way to learn how to swim is to jump in the water.

Sprinkler systems or soaker hoses help - the soil soaking up water, then drying out repeatedly is what causes problems. 

Still have to budget for roof, appliances, hot water heater, hvac, bath and kitchen remodel,etc.

I sold that one.I do still own another  low-value home from my previous city ($~350k) which I was forced to rent out when I moved because I was under-water on the mortgage at the time ($180k).

-Water/Gas: 1 meter. 

Naipaul describes a scene in a hotel in India where he witnesses three guys smearing dirty water with dirty rags across some stairs. 

If you love water it’s no Florida, but we do have the Mississippi River 😆 Some of the best work horses are located in Harbor Town that faces the river! 

I figured I would get some resistance but this is a little more extreme than I’ve encountered before.