My older brain has problems absorbing what comes naturally to those who are far more experienced than I am. 

Also-- FYI if you owner occupy, I believe, you only have to certify that you will live in the residence for one full year.

Hi Ed,The stuff you will need to learn will definitely come naturally with experience.

Make sure you hire a 203k certified contractor or check that the licensed contractor has done at least a couple 203k projects.

I'd suggest you identify one or two firms of each type to get a feel for the nature of the services available and the differences in the companies themselves.  

By nature, I’m looking for cash flow assets in the states which I am already invested: CA, AR, TX, MO, TN, ID.

For example, attorneys must certify title in states such as North Carolina, South Carolina, and Louisiana among others.

 I agree with @Colleen F. couple of them look a little deep, but the boards do not have to be replaced, a little sanding and refinishing will do just fine, there is no stain on the floors so they are just natural wood. or you can approach your landlord, tell him your sorry and that you have had opinions that the scratches can be fixed and offer him a couple bucks towards it, he was nice enough not to collect a security deposit from you.

If you are certain that you found her, send a certified letter from an attorney's office indicating you wish to buy from her.  

I strongly recommend you contact a CPM (Certified Property Manager) specializing in office (you will find many in your area), and or a CCIM (a Certified Commercial Investment Member) such as myself specializing in office buildings in your area.