I will review this and get in contact with some of you about how I might improve that(3) $100 per month csshflow on a property is acceptable cash flow.

@John Liebau,I don't think anyone is exactly sure what he was proposing because he has not had a chance to check back in. 

I would gladly offer to split the cost with him, because I know rebuilding the wall is a lot more expensive than improving landscape and correcting drainage from his lot, but again he just says "Not my problem, the wall is on your lot".

6. what should I do to maximize my chance to recover my loss in this eviction?

That will give you a better idea of how to improve (not over-improve) a property you are thinking of purchasing.Speaking of purchasing, you can't purchase comfortably without knowing all of your costs and being able to analyze a deal.

Chances are good that his credit says, "Foreclosure proceedings have started".

We already owned the land so the improvements cost about $200k (site prep, building the covered storage, etc)So...

The economy is to blame but local politics have played a role in the demise of Arecibo as well.I'm not sure how long your most recent visit was or when you are planning your next trip, but I do hope you get a chance to view some of the other " non tourist" areas as you may be pleasantly surprised at the resurgence (albeit gradual) of some of the surrounding towns.I've been a resident here now for the past 4 years and I currently work as  a lender at a local mortgage bank and also am now getting more involved with RE investing here.

There may be a chance for relocation assistance (usually $3,000) for your seller at closing depending on who their lender is. 

I see a property where the numbers look like they might be good that is in Flood Zone "A", 1% annual chance of flooding.