(assuming I still want to buy as is)A sternly worded letter from an attorney advising that the buyer intends to pursue all available remedies (including recovering all costs and expense incurred in enforcing the contract, if it provides for that) tends to help most sellers understand the reality of what they agreed to.If the contract isn’t bulletproof this is when the buyer makes that unfortunate discovery.

@Zeke Nickie So far the only two times I’ve crashed and burned in real estate has been when I’ve been involved with a partner so just be super careful if this is the path you choose to pursue.

Keep pushing and pursuing your goals! 

@Gino CerroneEstablishing connections with business leaders, looking for guidance from seasoned real estate investors, pursuing ongoing education, gaining practical experience, keeping up with market developments, and establishing well-defined objectives are all critical for real estate investors.

Once the move is complete and things are settled down, I'm interested in pursuing real estate investment locally.

No, don't pursue legal advice.

Have yet to find one thats reputable or worthwhile pursuing.

@Kevin Drouillard most PMCs do not pursue collections after a tenant moves out.Check the eviction judgment to see if a money judgment was included.If not, you will need to pursue small claims judgment.Once you have a money judgment you can try to garnish (another court process) wages, bank accounts or state tax refunds.

I do not think I will pursue it anymore. 

Small claims court may be a suitable avenue to pursue compensation for the costs incurred due to the undisclosed roof issues.