But it was a tough tear-out, the dang thing was almost part of the structure holding up the house.  

However after that the market was really tough and I could not find any properties and therefore my situation forced me to move away from Real Estate.

I know it's tough competition out here...but is it really?

Generally this type of contractor will carry similar liability insurance as a GC and will be required by law to carry workers comp.

It's going to be tough for you to find financing well residing at the property  unless the property is in someone else's name and you are the tenant. 

They said on the podcast a few times that it's pretty tough to wholesale part time.Thoughts.

I am in such a tough spot and need this property.Thanks in advance for your help,Grant P.

I know how tough it is to find the right lender. 

If you don't want to hire one you will be a long distance landlord and that is a tough one.

So, I am currently going thru the loan app process and my "pre-approval" loan amount is looking at about $100K, which I know is tough but not impossible to navigate for initial home purchases.I am a service-disabled vet, and hoping to qualify for VA Loan so that I can house-hack a multifamily.Most likely the best strategy for me is going to be networking and partnering.