As everyone's experience levels are different, you may know all of this or some, others will know all plus a heck of a lot more and someone new might find it useful so I'll just put this out there for all.

I prefer having the air space under the metal, the strapping helps to level out the uneven surface and the metal is more securely held down with strapping.

Depends on your comfort level and goals.

Trust me.

Some States/Counties charge different levels of transfer taxes based on whether the buyer is an owner occupant or investor so it is important that this is accurate. 

Time to pull the deed of trust/mortgage of record and read and understand its terms.

Put the property in a Land Trust where you are still the beneficial interest holder.

Any feedback is appreciated, both on the high-level numbers, and the general area of the city.Thanks in advance.

It is just getting to the point of leveling out.

Very easy : Go to the courthouse and the real estate records are in the lower level (If you come in from Pryor street, it's technically below the scanner and guards) .