So, many people in your area may not realize its negotiable and just assume its always handled a certain way.

You cant view a lot of FL probate dosuments directly from the recorders site but you can get the key people (petitioner/decedent) then combine with the case type (summary vs formal probate admin) then look through property records to see if  they own property and whether there are encumbrances.

I personally don't mind cooking on electric but I will say that cooking on propane is different than what most people know which is natural gas.

Steady pay, you can learn how to manage property and deal with people, and you'll be licensed to handle sales on the side.

My immediate area, 5200 people, has 3 outdoor self storage and 1 new climate controlled.

Type up a DEMAND LETTER (some people call it a NOTICE TO EVICT).  

It would be mainly rented to alumni, parents of students and people exploring the area by the University of Florida.  

The key is by leveraging OPM (Other People’s Money).Do you have private money lenders in your circle who might fund the deal in exchange for equity or some interest?

I am obviously conflicted with the moral side of pursuing legal action here, but understand that people can do untruthful things when it comes to financial gains. 

Which is not easy for possible for many people (like your husband).Once you really know what to do, the risk level drastically reduces.