I could have made smarter moves but my mistakes are (overall) still in the black.

I researched it and decided to just buy all black grill (not stainless as it is not marine grade stainless and rusts in weeks) and an extended warranty.

I see articles and posts saying people with the "black card" from amex buy mansions and jets and other things with them.

And a bonus tip, get black out shades and mention them prominently.

Mainly, because structural issues can be a complete black hole of money, time, effort--and it can be very difficult (and costly) to anticipate just how much money, time, and effort they'll consume.First, you'll need to figure out what's causing the structural issues--it could be settlement at the footers caused by ground water, it could be wood rot or termites in a beam, it could be masonry degradation caused by water coming off the roof, it could be improper drainage of the roof, it could be tree roots degrading the foundation, it could be a plumber who cut out a critical joist to install a line 20 years ago, it could be improper construction, it could be any or all of those things, and it could be any number of other potential causes.

Sponges and dish soap can be put in a small metal or black wood container to give it substance or removed for photos. 

Looking for advice, contacts, lawyers to help me get it set up where it's fair and everything is black and white legally.

Who can I follow or read a book that actually states what steps to take.I need it in black and white.

But many of those companies (Corelogic, Black Knight) get their data from error-prone sources as well.Data in the real estate world is poorly digitalized and structured, despite the best efforts of programs like RESO. 

For a dramatic look you can try matte black or even the updated brass fixtures that are becoming more and more popular.Replace your sinkAdding a farmhouse sink instantly changes the look of your kitchen and brings it up-to-date.