I know that this post won't really express the depth of the struggle I am going through with this, and how much it weighs on my heart.

You can see the expressions if you say "Yes we have one in New Britain."

Regardless of what the LL did, said or expressed in the lease, it's all your fault for not conducting a move-in inspection and noting the issues. 

Runs great. 2010 Honda Fit Sport - gas saver for my Austin and other road trips. 2013 Chevy Express 2500 Van - family hauler. 2002 Kawaski Mule - run around the ranch. 

When they express a desire to rent I send them to Cozy to do a nominal application- bare bones- just so they can pay for the background check.

We haven't seen your actual review, so possibly you only expressed your disappointment in being quoted a marked up product rather than accusing the contractor of being dishonest. 

I met her again open house in a completely different part of town and vaguely expressed interest in selling my cottage.I never contacted her but found several notes from her in my mailbox with her card on it.

Great input @Scott Hood, I have seen Real estate express on the web and have considered that as an option.

No warranty expressed or implied."

Express  to them that the property will be better looked after than it would be with a traditional tenant.