I have spoken with multiple realtors in my area, and the one that I chose to work with is the one that found me the deal, so no offense to the other realtors out there... who knows I may use YOU on the next one.

I didn't mean any offense. 

This is a criminal offense and with proof of the fraudulent act, the Labor commission could also file charges for filing a false claim against the employee.

Go on the offensive in a reasonable, professional manner to put an end to this quickly.   

The old model of vacation rental property management saw managers making profits on property management services and housekeeping but not playing offense on renting.

If someone accepts money for a product or service, and then absconds without delivering, that is generally a criminal offense called fraud.

The federal law states it is illegal on federal it states: "Marijuana possession remains a federal offense, and the federal law applies to offenses committed on federal property, which includes the Capitol grounds and the mall within DC, as well as all national parks and military property nationwide, and other land under federal control.Federal law also applies to offenses involving interstate commerce and importation from other countries."

If you show an appraiser another appraisal more times than not they will take offense to that. 

I was running into the same offensive terms until I found the right fit - one bank wanted like 6% rate, 10 yrs fully amortizing. 

If you stand to make a nice monthly profit I would say go for it.As for your estimate of $50-$75K in repairs, no offense but if you are new to REI than there is a good chance your estimate might be off.