The day before that I was trying to finish Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill, which I had begun to read as the first book on my path in real estate but I had to put down because I couldn't resist the temptation to read the best book thus far....

Describe what you want to be doing and if you get a lot of resistance, find someone else.

Furthermore, I doubt that the pier is physically tied via post-installed anchors so there's no lateral resistance or moment transfer.

as there are some issues due to water wetting the floorsRepairing wood floor cost seems almost comparable to installing new vinyl tiles however I will have to forego substantial existing subfloor and I am also not sure about roi with vinyl flooring (not sure if home value appreciates or depreciates).repairing wood floor also doesn't seem like a good idea as its not as durable and water resistant as vinyl I am confused please adviceThanks

I have a relationship with a scientific engineer that has developed a spray on product that can have aggregate added to it to match any texture, it can be tinted with any color, and it is 100% ceramic so it is fire proof and water resistant.

I always hear people saying, "I wish I would have started investing in real estate earlier," so I am trying to find the path of investment that provides the least resistance.

It has recession resistant employment as it is great at everything but a master of none. 

Sounds like you handled it appropriately.If you get or expect resistance to moving out you could offer them something to help with moving expenses.

Was there a lot of resistance or red tape from the tax assessor's office or whoever handles refunding the overages, or did a government agent start investigating you as potentially gaming the system?  

If you have any experience with cold offers, or even acquiring deals from people who may be resistant to sell, I look to your guidance/advice with open arms (and ears)!