This was despite my explaining that I would be making a cash purchase and already owned residential rentals in the area.Eventually, I found one or two agents who were enthusiastic to work with me although not after first promoting their own noncompetitive pocket listings.

Though if I were handling claim like yours, I would probably call and talk with the Association's attorney and find out why (s)he thinks the statutes don't apply and then call and talk with the insured and explain the coverage decision and answer any questions before writing a confirmatory letter. 

Let me explain that better, imagine your rehab is $100k, you would need to do part of the rehab, maybe $10k, and then you can get the funds for those first $10k reimbursed so you can keep progressing with the rehab.Given your experience, I would recommend you start with a moderate or light rehab, mostly cosmetic work so that you can do it yourself and won't get your profit decreased by hiring third parties.

The attorney should be capable of explaining the pros and cons of different options.There's no rent control in Virginia, so you can raise as much as you want as long as it meets the terms of the lease.

It explains the team that you should develop to have a strong foundation under you while investing remotely.https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/core-four-real-estate-team

Again a scenario where I get wiped out unless I explain to them the owner still has a redemption interest and to delay DOS for 6 months?

Let me explain that: plan your rehab to change the things that are going to add the most value to a property, such as adding a bathroom or a bedroom, making a little expansion.

Please explain.

Make sure it explicitly explains the process for termination if you are unhappy with their services, especially if they violate the terms of your agreement.3.

Being able to explain things to their client?