What is in it for you is peace of mind and protection of your profit margin, since buyers and lenders both lean on what is officially permitted.

Glad the insights helped—estate planning is one of those things that feels heavy at first, but once you have it dialed in, it gives real peace of mind.

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They can save so much stress and give you peace of mind.

Only you can make the call on whether that is enough to buy you peace of mind. 

I heard stories of veterans finding peace they hadn’t felt in years.

Sometimes it’s worth bringing in a remediation company just to have the paperwork that says “certified mold inspection/remediation was done.”Middle ground:Document everything (photos of the open ceiling, moisture readings if you can get them).Offer to have a handyman replace the drywall after confirming it’s completely dry.If the neighbor insists on remediation, you can also check if your insurance policy covers water damage/mold claims — let them fight that battle for you.So yes, technically you can fix it yourself if it’s dry and clean, but weigh the risk vs. peace of mind.

What is in it for you is peace of mind knowing you will not get stuck with a deal that eats away your profits later, and it helps you make faster offers on future deals because your system already accounts for the unknowns.

Paying a professional gives you peace of mind that it’s done right and defensible if ever audited.

That way, you’ve got the peace of mind that your foundation is solid without feeling like you’re committed to paying CPA fees forever.