@Alex Hugo I used word of mouth referrals from a friend of a friend.

I kept my mouth shut.

Forget about Yelp, Angie’s List or Task Rabbit, I’ve only been able to find competent contractors by word of mouth.

Don't look this gift horse in the mouth.

@Adam Middaugh thanks for the advice I will definitely check that out@David G as of right now just using word of mouth of people I know, an considering using prospectnow.com

I was asked not to show I’d be asking for the tenant to put their money where their mouth is and provide me some rent $ for my vacancy since I always fill 2 months in advance.

I just have a bad taste in my mouth from the whole thing including the cops and really want to get the hell out of the town too.

Some of the best houses Ive bought were word of mouth referrals or Craigslist private owner or bandit sign marketing.

It's only a chimney, you'll be happier you did it right the first time. 

He is lying about things that are off putting to renters and we have had no apps in a month on a home that should have rented in a matter of days.How can I get him to keep his mouth shut or to undo damage that he has already done?