Trying to make sure I provide the best and most efficient information when on a call. 

I could not read the NYT article because you need a subscription, but I found another article that walks one through a numbers exercise of determining the true cost of owning versus renting Do you think this provides similar sound advice? 

The policy provides a limit for the Existing building based on Actual Cash Value (depreciated value). 

Does the section 8 program provide any repair/replacement funds if house is trashed? 

Shan, I might know someone in the area who could provide the services you're requesting.

Could you please provide suggestions?

It has two mortgages, both of which were recorded at the same date and time.

I was looking to convert that into a self directed IRA.Does anyone have recommendations of service providers I can reach out to in order to set that up? 

As a contractor I provide free estimates, simply email the prints in PDF and 7-10 business days later you'll get a professional bid.

However, it does not provide the same coverage as homeowners insurance, which provides financial protection in case of damage to personal property, disaster or accident such as fire damage or theft.