I would shop banks.

Hey Zahra,Have a lot of clients working down there and you are correct, it has become a great place for investors.Biggest differentiator that I have seen has been on appraisals after the repair.

All I did was send proof of the damage and repair bill.

No maintenance as Buyer does all repairs. 

Despite facing setbacks, including a year-long renovation process, I tackled the repairs, improved the interiors, and addressed all concerns.

I believe it's because the property is being sold "as-is," and they are unwilling to make repairs or negotiate based on findings.

When I shop for new vendors, I pick who I like the most and has the best reputation, not who bids the cheapest.

You would spend far more on Marketing, background checks, tenant placement, repairs, and possibly legal fees with the eviction process.  

He says that the front door was damaged which he got repaired but there is some damage on the back side as well.

Regardless of how you financed your rental property, you can generally deduct repairs and take advantage of depreciation schedules.