I also enclose below the text of the relevant section for ease.https://www.flsenate.gov/laws/statutes/2020/553.79QUOTE(14) A building permit for a single-family residential dwelling must be issued within 30 working days of application therefor unless unusual circumstances require a longer time for processing the application or unless the permit application fails to satisfy the Florida Building Code or the enforcing agency’s laws or ordinances.UNQUOTEThe previous link to the City of Cape Coral citizens portal lets individuals see permit details for a specific property address, the progress with applications, and if not using a private provider the status of inspections.  

Do know of any resources (books, courses, YouTube videos, etc.) to get educated on private money lending?

Many youtube videos on the concept will help spell it out for you and give you confidence to proceed. 

almost every youtube video ive seen. but I have learned my lesson.

It has 3 units, an additional dwelling unit in the garden level, and 2 garage parking spaces (which I've come to realize are quite valuable where the property is). 

Here is a good video The Ohio Division of Real Estate made about wholesaling in Ohio https://www.com.ohio.gov/real/ I recommend you just get your real estate sales license.

How about a nice picture of your living room or even the front of the house first, followed by the video games?

These are factored into the mix.In the future, I will suggest that you request a move-out report along with pictures and/or video on what needs to be taken care of. 

I'll watch a few videos and see what I can learn.

I may have to get a variance for the existing dwelling unit's parking requirement, but I believe I meet all the SB-9 requirements.