I think that the approach to a contract, negotiation, partnership, deal, or even simple forum conversation such as this is what truly sets someone apart and either builds or destroys credibility. 

We do government contract and I did some 10 duplexes in one time a couple years ago.I don't plan on doing the construction itself, but would like to take the construction management in exchange of training.

I would rather have a phenomenal relationship with a credible and successful Private Money Lender, that is built on a win/win relationship and a deep understanding of how we are a benefit to each other, than rely on any big box bank (or any bank for that matter) for my capital needs. 

There is case law and FL statute in effect that governs this.

Well, I'm asking all of you, if you had previously invested some $$$ in such a tax shelter and THEN found the miracle of REAL ESTATE, would you withdraw those registered dollars knowing the government will withhold a good portion of that amount as withholding taxes?

Remember they are the government and they live by their own rules......and then just make them up !

A buyer is interested in buying halfof the office space instead of the whole space that is for sale currently.Who in the local city government is the person to contact to get a condomap of the building created?

Depending on the state you have a variety of different laws that govern the purchase/sale of mortgage notes, as well as the foreclosure laws and timelines required if you are unsuccessful at working out a deal with the current homeowner.The taxation is highly dependent upon the structure of your deal.

Can't seem to find credible literature that satisfactorily addresses the matter. 

So invest in areas with recession resistant jobs- government, education, medical.