We gave him 56k in deposits and he will not even pick up his phone or engage in a conversation.

They can offer support, share resources, and connect you with other landlords who’ve faced similar challenges.

Challenges?

Risk that the IRS will challenge it, which is far more likely than with a full-service professional report3.

I believe this approach provides the best cash-on-cash return when starting out.I began investing in Columbus in 2017, and I've engaged in both BRRRR strategies and turnkey investments.

Seems to me cohesive set of laws and rules regarding this activity would benefit  both the public and those that want to engage in the activity.  

Hey man that's a challenging situation.

That process has direct lender involvement.Where the challenge lies, is when unsophisticated "investors" with no experience, no money and no reserves use creative financing (often called wrap, subto, lease option, seller financing, land contract) to purchase properties and along the way there is a "hiccup".

Has another title company been engaged?

I suspect that you'll have better luck with a local bank or private money, though it likely will still be challenging.