The shrubs/piles of leaves will hold moisture as the ice and snow melts and it can be a train wreck if it's up against the structure. 

You could also get rid of small chunks and black top it, probably cheaper, they may want to bust it up leaving it in place for moisture and freezing, your original probably wasn't think enough and reinforced.

Or, it could be totally surface from moisture accumulating behind the file cabinets.

The problem with "green" pavement is that is main function is to allow moisture to drain into the subgrade.

South facing, gentle slope in the mountains, river, close to city, etc.We intend to raise ~$600K loan ($350 already committed) to complete predevelopment and entitlement and will follow with an equity round.Does anyone have an example of a 2-3 page Executive Summary or Offering Brief that I can model?

Half way down the left side of the screen is a PDF titled "A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home"If the amount is much bigger that 4' x 8 or you just don't want to hassle with it, then you should look for someone who does "mold investigations" rather than mold remediation.

One contractor had included the cost of a 2nd Furnace that was not necessary & another wanted to add $3500 for a 'moisture removal system' in the 13 x12 Hot Tub room again not required.

Tile better resists moisture than hardwood.

I initially thought I had a moisture issue or leak from 2nd floor but it was none of these things....And BTW there is a method to test if you haev these ceilings.. generally if you rub your fingers against the ceiling if you have calcamine you generally will get a very chalky residue on your fingers....Thankfully this was only used on the ceilings because I have read about it being used on walls as well.

I havent had any issues with them warping, although if they absorb any moisture they will grow a slight bit making them snug in the opening.