I've been told that umbrella insurance might be a better option, simpler, cheaper, while providing adequate coverage for most individual situations.Any thoughts? 

I was curious if anyone could recommend a good contractor or inspector in the Treasure Coast or South Florida area.

., pay for property insurance, rehab cost, etc. with your personal money)- Using non-recourse loan: As Jason suggests, you can take out non-recourse loans for your IRA/401k investments.

She loves to deal with local contractors and supervise them closely.On a different note. 

We sound like the start of a bad joke:  A retired attorney, and two Property Insurance guys walk into a bar... 

.- I would get a lender's title insurance policy to make sure you are indeed in first position and the person/entity you are lending to is the owner.- Borrower pays all closing costs, usually subtracted from loan proceeds upfront.- Make sure the interest plus points doesn't exceed usury in your state, I don't know what it is in Florida.

What I'm looking for primarily to build relationships with:WholesalersCommercial Insurance / Investment Property AgentsContractors among others. 

All other work-foundation, framing, drywall, texture, finish-should be done by a professional.There are many different kinds of laborers that you can hire-licensed general contractors, licensed contractors for specific elements of the building process, skilled craftsmen, and laborers.

Hello BP,I'm looking for General Contractor recommendations for the Seattle/Tacoma area.  

Build a team of contractors by getting two to three estimates for repairs.