Talk to whoever handled closing and find out if you can charge her with theft or something similar (can't think of the name-not fraud) as she has your money.at least you signed paper work in front of a notary, so have a witness and paper trail.

I'm at my wit's end and really can't afford to hire an attorney.

However, the seller was Spanish speaking and her realtor translated the whole thing about not being able to flush toilet paper so there were witnesses to her telling me that.

They are myriad reasons as to why people let this happen, and I've personally witnessed it transcend socioeconomic boundaries.

I've had to hire Real Estate brokers and Professional Engineers (PEs) as "expert witnesses" for defending various false claims.Regarding #3, the smaller your project, the less likely you'll see high impact study costs.

I've witnessed several "historic" buildings try the residential above and office/retail below and have major tenancy issues.

If a little wit bothered you, you should not try and sell you own house.

Quote from @Shawn W.: It sounds like SFH is the target in this area and that Condos would not work due to HOA by-laws.

I am at my wit's end with this. 

Also, we have witnessed a lot of tenant applicant fraud related to income verification and employment, in addition to identity theft.