Or is there a workaround, for example if they move out then move back in? 

I would recommend starting with fix and flips or BRRRRs then moving into ground up. 

What happens if your friend moves away too, and you need to hire a manager?  

I think looking to get face-time with someone who is experienced in this specific situation and market status would be really helpful to answer some internal questions and provide guidance and external motivation to make a decision and get moving. 

Many of which are on a fixed income, and Dad is concerned about people moving in the winter when it's cold.

I’m trying to get the ball moving a little faster than what it is and with not being able to cash out or Heloc for another 6 months, im wondering if it would be worth it to go to a hard money lender?

I’m glad to join this group where I can learn from seasoned investors, and I can help anyone that wants to move or invest in our area.

From getting loans to insurance costs etc, are their fewer people moving to the gulf coast due to these issues?

In case the bank or a 3rd party wins the auction, do they have to give tenant any notice before they are asked to move out? 

Now they are saying that since then, because the contractors didn’t cover the drain, dust got in and the tub has been slow moving.