I do my best to keep up with it and give them reliable information, but I'd really like a routine place to check each morning so I'm giving them the best and most up-to-date information possible.

I'd work on a strategy that returns my capital guaranteed. build to rent direct with ground up developer does this.

The plumber insists that this is definitely a city issue, but I’d like to hear from others who have dealt with similar situations.Would the city reimburse or help cover part of the expenses for the secondary cleanout?

I'd note you're most likely going to do the whole process over again, so don't be surprised if your lawyer doesn't accept your 14 day notice and will send their own.

Nothing wrong with investing in equities.I'm plenty deep in that.

You'll probably get some good ideas here, but I'd suggest talking to a real estate attorney soon and maybe run some of these ideas by them.

I have a single family deal lined up now that I’d advise any investors new or seasoned to check out.

Unless you have an immediate need for the cash I'd wait until I could pull out the extra $40k. 

I mean, is it as simple as finding a few recent sales within a few miles on zillow or is it as complicated as finding a commercial RE agent who I'd have to pay to give me a CMA?

If you’ve worked with trustworthy contractors or subcontractors in the Jackson County/MO area (especially those familiar with investment properties), I’d love your recommendations.