There is still far more businesses that support the oil industry (1 oil company to 5 support) that have also started hiring freezes.

I need prop. mgr, and possibly some rehab support all of which need to fit into my #'s . 

I'm kind of at a loss of what to do and they don't have a customer support number either... gonna send an email I guess :/ just another delay.

I really appreciate all of your support, I couldn't have done it without this community.

I am not up to speed on residential financing and may be missing something, but if I am right then underwriting is moot point since the mechanics aren't there to support a refi.

Are there creative ways for me to get more value despite lower section 8 support?

They could be cash buyers, could be bringing more money to the table (had that happen to my last house which didn't appraise), or it could be there have been some comps you missed that support eh value.

I'm really looking for one property in the area as an Education on the process where I have a base of family support. 

When I began real estate one of the thoughts I had in mind was to someday use real estate as a vehicle for supporting various "charities".  

But at the same time, they are all supportive of me chasing this dream.