But even so, the attorney cautioned against going to court since we will need to get expert witnesses to testify on top of spending $5k-$10k just to retain an attorney.

I am at my wit's end on how to get something going!

Every city has it's own DNA and some cities will have a flat line while others will continue to drop.I agree wit Taz in his assessment and would add that anyone thinking that RE recovery equals a steep incline in pricing is sadly mistaken.

But don't let them off the hook with vague accusations or half-thought-out advice.

Somebody wanting to sue for you backing out of a bad deal or accusing you of selling them a property with defects like unknown termite damage).

And when questioned on treatment of the property or complaints of other tenants, the accusations and text essays flew. 

Find a realtor who works in the niche your looking for and get set up wits some emails, and go look at some.

My realtors never had a problem accepting my online account statements.You need to have a lot more evidence accusing someone of fraudulence.

Looking forward to witnessing your progress and how you utilize the South Florida market. 

I am considered to be an expert witness in cases regarding, garage space converted into habitable space.