A contractor isnt there to finance the customers project . 

They also have amazing customer service which makes the monthly payment model worth it for me.

Sure, the west coast of Florida has had some rough years, but you’ve got to look at the bigger picture.

Take pictures of contractor's trucks you see driving around.

However, IF I suspected that something was being misrepresented with their financial picture I might ask for bank statements to double check.

For example, I'd bring in one of those pool pictures that is at the end.

It sounds like you've done both.Most important is the notification period prior to evicting them (30, 90, 120 days notice etc.)I've attached a picture how we have to go about serving notices in WA state.

During the mortgage crisis i worked as a loan officer for a very short period , in that time frame i saw how shady that part of the business was, customers where signing documents blind and for that very reason most lost their homes, everyone was taking full advantage of the situation and trying to get a wealthy as fast as possible before the party was over.What i dont like working with loan brokers/officers is that there is a lot of jargon in their paper work that they only understand , i wouldnt want to get stuck in bad mortgage deal .

I believe recapping my big picture goal and current lifestyle at this point will help. 

You'll likely want to talk with a real estate attorney and the local county office or court that handles the process to get a good picture, but here are some things to think about:1.