The house is in the flood zone, except the front third, so it really is a border property.

You will need to learn what price to offer and how to make it a win win for all parties. 

Existing contracts always transfer with the sale unless all parties agree otherwise.

Hosting a yearly summer BBQ and holiday party could be a great way to accomplish this without getting into the weeds of legal factors of gifting rent at the end of the year.

I have a affordable lease on my car going on its third and final year.

we have searched and called several banks with no success including Bank of America, PNC, Fifth Third, Wells Fargo, Chase First Trust.We understand that we could do a cash out refinance however the interest rate will be higher than our current mortgage if we do that so it is not ideal.

We have a 48hr turnaround for draws and no 3rd party inspections.

I've already talked to a handyman and started the process but he's notified me that the part is backordered and he has no timeline of when it will get it.

The term is subrogation - they pay you then can go after other responsible parties for reimbursement.If you get to a point in the process where there isn't much further movement, consider hiring a public adjuster who will represent your interests during the claim process.Also lastly - get ServPro under control.

Start a meetup with other interested parties and the invite your local hard money lenders to give a presentation.