However, the road block I face is getting to a point where I think it’s an “ok” deal (meaning it’s not fulfilling the 1% rule, but more like 0.75% and little to no immediate renovation cost/typically a new build townhome) and then I start to question whether I could find a BETTER deal if I just keep looking.

Located after a letter writing campaign and purchased directly from the seller without a real estate agent.

Most people really don't understand this fact (myself include prior to moving here) and it can trip you up if you don't have reliable "boots on the ground" or a thorough understanding of neighborhoods and blocks.

Also Gary Swank brought up a great point about how the area can change drastically block by block, even on the same street.

If you can't get ahold of the PM, demand letter is next.

Philly is a nice option, but you have to study the blocks for about a year to be sure you understand the area you are investing in.

Lot of the issue stems from pillars / blocks that sit on top of the soil in the crawl.

. - I had to tag Nathan there six times because I kept mistyping a letter (they need to update this) You should have seen how hard it was to tag him back when he was just the gangsta Nathan G. 

My lawyer told me to send the bank a letter notifying them that I'll be transferring a title, but I've had other people tell me to call the bank.

As for the lawsuit, a letter to the court stating that the PM does not represent you and has no authority to represent you will get the case tossed.