When you call a broker, don't even mention you saw it on LoopNet, you will lose credibility. 

I would have a hard time if I were to lose someone elses money. 

There are A LOT OF TRAPS along the way that can/will make the deal fall through (and cause you to lose your earnest money).

I shared the story of losing my sister to cancer.

I shared the story of losing my sister to cancer.

By the %1 logic I'm going to be losing money even if I were to rent out both sides.All that said, my current home (refinanced for 142,900) will rent for $1400-$1500.

Did you lose the job or did you quit because you didn't like it? 

Converting a garage will most certainly be cheaper, though of course you lose a garage and it may not be the best use of the land area.On your original question, though ... these sort of smaller balance, no collateral construction loans are really risky and therefore hard to come by if you want any sort of attractive terms. 

Potential Profit UNTAXED after broker fees/closing - $215,000The property cash flowed about $300/month for the past 18 months, but after losing my Homestead exemption and taxes doubling, it doesn't cash flow.

My fiancé will not allow me to be on title for the investment property because she is worried we could lose our home if things go wrong.