Thanks for stopping in to share your store, it would appear that it is lightening my situation a bit. 

Seems like that commenter missed the fact that you're talking about Multifamily or is confused about the SBA program - it is only for Owner-Occupied Commercial (like a retail store buying out their own building).Fannie/Freddie could be a fit if you have the right net worth, liquidity, and credit, but as mentioned upline already neither agency likes an out-of-state buyer who doesn't have direct experience/ties to the market they are acquiring in, so likely not an option for commercial loan #1.

The existing stove is safely stored at the tenant's cost, 3.

Call your local hardware stores, they generally have great recommendations.

Have you ever had a tenant that you are in court evicting ask you to come give them a ride to the store?...

From there, you can use it over the years and update as needed.I'm sure you could get by with just some template you find at the store, but it might not be thorough enough.

Do you put it towards the house, do you pocket the cash, or do you keep it stored away year after year?  

I suggest you purchase the book below (in the BP store).It walks you through everything you need to know about being a landlord.I don't believe you have to tell them why you did not rent to them.

Has a fully stocked operational liquor store and tv repair shop in the front, facing a road that gets good traffic.

There's a reason why they are opening up that store there.