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Which part are you unsure about? This FBD looks correct based on the plan you provided.

Sketch out a quick section of the framing and loading. That should get you your answer. Also, I'm a little surprised this requires steel.

I have specified scissor truss clips previously, which can accommodate around 1-1/4" of truss deflection.

Is there a specific reason that you think your residence needs a seismic retrofit?

I have modeled concrete anchors both ways. Typically, if the anchors are close enough that they are an anchor group, they should be modeled together to capture the combined failure effects. If I only have one anchor or the anchorage is spaced far enough apart, I would model just one anchor. An...