In Jersey City, it is expected that commercial properties (i.e. offices, large multi-family rentals, etc.) will see a bigger increase in property taxes, and waterfront condos that don't have abatements will see increases.  

I will be using local "handyman" type workers since the work is very simple and mostly hand labor. 

I've got several contacts that will help with this because of the businesses they are in (title office, RE broker, etc.)  

Is there an office I can call that would give me a list of any permits that may have been pulled on a property that I am interested in buying?

His office has closed dozens of deals for my clients and I can't recommend them highly enough. 

I have other loan officers challenge me on this all the time.

In my area, the listing office has 3 business days to report a status change (pending) to the MLS. 

Currently on workers comp and while I am physically unable to work, have been using as many tools and resources I can here on BP. 

It essentially is as simple as walking into a bank and applying.I really don't know anything about FHA 203k loans, but most loan officers who handle FHA should.I would check your lease.

@Ned Carey Do you know if the county office would provide the deadline date or is that privileged info?