He/she may be able to help you analyze the deal, obtain proper financing, etc.What are the details of the property?

I'm assuming you are talking about a poured basement with proper waterproofing, ventalation, etc.The foundation/basement is the most expensive part of the build. 

I am not a flipper, but I have filed for permits in Garner, Fuquay, and Holly Springs... but not Raleigh proper.

This is much easier said than done as the proper way to depreciate the property is to have a cost segregation study done on the property to break out the total cost between the land value, building components, land improvements and tangible personal property.

A lease-option might make her feel secure as it would provide her income but not require her to vacate (if I understand these structures properly).Is it permitted to record a seller-financed note with 0% interest in the State of California?

It is asking for people to enter the country legally and go through proper vetting.

The next step for me is to get a grip on proper property management, and making sure I start my Property Management Career on the best possible foundation.

Hello Rae,The first step to answering your questions properly is to understand your credit, experience and liquidity.

I figured that the fence was erected to control animals, but the party that erected the fence should have had a proper survey performed beforehand and then placed the fence appropriately.

This is of course you have the proof that they have give you the proper notice.In my mind, if you had a good tenant for 3 years and they left on their own and you got the property back in good shape.....be happy