G’day @Martydallas,
4: - I know exactly where you are coming from but now I have itchy feet and want to get on with bees and new hives.
2: - There a several good videos - five from Florida? Here’s the link
http://forum.honeyflow.com/t/university-of-florida-honey-bee-research-and-extension-lab/1579
3: - You need to check with your state - each one has differing rules check with your local association is best