If so, is there a mechanism for them to attempt to claw back taxes?  

this is a nearly full gut, floors stay, everything else goes. moving walls, new mechanicals, etc. also I guess I know now to draw up rehab plans before engaging contractors.

I am hungry to learn and can definitely bring a lot to the table to aid you having a vast electrical/mechanical background. 

Did you replace the roof (looks a little old in the pics) or any mechanicals, plumbing, etc.?

I had just installed new windows and they were able to use a thin wedge or screwdriver to break the sash lock mechanism as they are vinyl. 

I have zero real estate deals I am just starting out right now, I am a full time mechanic, I’ve  been wanting to invest in real estate for quite some time now but I have been sitting on the side lines wondering what to do first.

I felt justified (nice guy).Here's how it all went down.I went to the house before because the new owners said there was water in front of the sink and they are not mechanically inclined at all. 

A typical project would involve a facade replacement, building mechanical overhaul or upgrade, vertical expansions, new or modernized elevators, restrooms and lobbies. 

From there I have earned my mechanical engineering degree with hopes of one day no longer working for anyone but myself.

I get what you are proposing but don't have experience in the mechanics.