Can the home be lifted higher than the BFE?

Some homeowners want to elevated the slab higher than the Base Flood Elevation (BFE) so that the bottom of their home can be used as a garage. This is allowed in most cases, but the additional expense is the homeowners.

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1. What questions should I ask the contractor?
2. How do I know if I am eligible?
3. How long does the home elevation process take?
4. How much will FEMA pay for my home elevation?
5. What does the FMA Grant cover?
6. Can the home be lifted higher than the BFE?
7. Can the grant transfer if I want to sell the home?