“It was never designed to do that, and I've never promised anyone that it did,” said Burrows, a Lubbock Republican.

I used to live in the house and designed the kitchen so it's easy to become irrational when emotionally attached. 

I am a design / build guy. 

If these bubbles burst, then they can cause a financial meltdown and heavily impact the housing market.As you mentioned, development is a lengthy process and uses short term construction loans.

If the price per door isn't at a certain "discount," they tell me they'll just wait a couple of years when "the bubble pops."

Top to bottom inspection.If it is in good condition and the systems are intact and updated it could be interesting.Might even qualify for historical designation or the Mills Act and get a discount on taxes.Double check what you can get on financing especially the roof and foundation

From an in-person consultation regarding the specificities of the work needed to be performed; custom-fabricated or sourced fixtures ranging from lamps and chandeliers to countertops/flooring and murals; a full design proposal; contractor services; shipping and installation of the fixtures; and complete with two commercial appraisals.

That designation qualifies the property for state credits.

Remember, balloons, like bubbles, can burst and the most inconvenient of times. 

There are a number of design / build companies on here, but you probably need to narrow down where your lots are to get a little more relevant recommendations.