Then they came back saying I HAD to pay $400 per month to keep my service going after I had expressed my frustration several times.

So are you saying you have the right to express an insulting, overbearing, ignorant, ridiculous question, clearly meant to ridicule the people who have just been financially injured, and you don't think it deserves a response? 

Acknowledge their trouble and express interest in correcting any issues for future guests.I'd say there's room for some pushback.

This method involves you identifying homes in your preferred areas and physically knocking on doors to express your interest in buying.

I believe there’s a middle ground to be found, and I remain hopeful for the next three to five years.Has anyone heard from friends, family, or fellow investors expressing concerns that Florida is becoming a risky place, causing them to shy away from buying?

You should be able to express your goal in one minute and then expand if questions are asked.

Its really important for people entering into any home improvement contract to understand the state laws for so many reasons, business and professions codes/laws, warranties whether expressed or implied etcThe point being is well executed legal contracts are best for all parties involved.

Another expression for this is "lipstick on a pig."

Even from the good ones, the quality of their answer is dependent on the quality of your question (so educate yourself to ask the right questions in the right form...which is what I think @Max Bellino is trying to do here).I don't know if Max can benefit from my notes and diagrams, or if they apply to his situation and plans, but since you mentioned them, here they are - just be advised this is from a lot of sleeping at Holiday Inn Express many years ago so take them with a big grain of salt and don't construe them as legal or tax advice:If you are new to REI you should be primarily concerned with finding good deals and growing your business first.

I completely agree with the sentiments expressed.