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Complication is just complication, it doesn't add any value.The bottom line is the mortgage balance is simply to high for the value of the house, and the rent is to low to support it.

Also, Wall Street hedge funds are outbidding everyone. 

My dad came and put . 1 little slab of mud on the wall and said his body couldn't handle it.

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While condos can be a pain in some ways, the condo association owns the exterior walls which is where any damage is likely to be.

It would make sense for them to frame the house, they are already there and they have to support the structure as they bring it down.Maybe they can even consult with the client on what to build, and how to build it cost effectivly and after that they can  facilitate with the permits.

The project will not be sold after the build, so that is another issue, after the build, all he will have is 35-40% equity, no stable income to support the loan except for the rent generated from the other doors, I am not sure if the equity will hold some weight when applying for conventional mortgage.

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