Probably improving, but some tough areas not far away.

As mentioned by @Ronald Starusnak buckling is something more often caused by the inability for the floor to move - either not putting in expansion joints (so typing multiple rooms together) or being too close to walls.

@Seth Rouch  If they're looking to improve their score / build credit, two secured credit cards that report to all three bureaus would probably help the most. 

If you want to use delayed financing without 6 months of seasoning, you can sometimes present receipts and payments to contractors to show the improved value of the property above purchase price if you want to cash out refi at 75 LTV before 6 months of seasoning.

In the meantime, I will be working on making improvements for the home.

I don’t think it really matters....in the event of a divorce each party gets half of the equity, of all jointly owned properties.  

Discomfort that improves the living condition and property (repairs/maintenance) is different from discomfort that interferes with the peaceful enjoyment of one's living environment (constantly barking dogs).

Hey everyone,I am looking to get into the building and managing of apartment complexes and I would need a joint venture to fund the project.

As well, we utilize the repairs and capitol improvement for write-offs.

The QOF has 30 months to purchase and substantially improve real estate in an opportunity zone.