If we did a deal like this I would want to use private capital (short term money) complete the rehab and get the rentals rented in 12-18 months and then get a bank portfolio loan.

I have hard money available and *might* have private money.I'm now looking for those who have the resources I don't  - design, contractors, etc. 

Any recommendations I make are based on experience, and not the advise of a professional in fire damage remediation, I am not a lawyer, and any advice I provide you may take with a grain of salt.In regards to the tenant, atleast in NYS, it is their responsibility to have renters insurance to cover their belongings, you are not required to compensate them for any losses.

I went to several banks and private lenders before choosing Investor’s Bank.

Without being disrespectful, I don’t have the highest opinion the most real estate “professionals“.

Also, you're going to need professional guidance when it comes to asbestos, so hence best to involve your carrier early on in the process. 

Start with good books that have been written by highly professional landlords and people with a significant stake in this business.

I was explaining the benefits of a Private Money Lender (or Hard Money Lender) when it hit me.

a dollar to anyone with half a conscience about real estate will just laugh at that.I had one guy send me a contract with a 15 dollar EM.. so U can imagine my response.. he had some BS excuse and I said well if you have all your money tied up and can only handle 15 bucks . then I am not interested.if your going to do this you have to be professional.. and EM is part of it.. not to mention if you are not closing and just trying to assign that's illegal in FLA.. so you have that double whammy

Have any other professionals (contractor, roofer, etc.) evaluate the property based on inspectors findings.F.