Out of all the videos I have watched, I don't think any of the gurus mentioned this dilemma so its not really something I planned for...

I have been binge-watching YouTube videos and old BiggerPocket Podcasts for the last month or so and finally decided to pay for a pro account here.My wife and I both currently work in higher education, own our own home (in NJ) and are looking into getting involved with some real estate investing.

I would chat with your lender to see how much you cash you'd be able to pull out!

I've been watching hundreds of YouTube videos to try and teach myself but I feel likes there's none out there that gets into the deep deep details of buying them.

Hope this is helpful, if you ever want to chat more shoot me a message and best of luck to you!

⭕those $50,000 properties that could be rented right away with no repairs needed (no longer exist in this market lol)   I would like this chat to be experienced investors only. 

Let me know if you want to chat.

They can also submit maintenance requests through the app and include a short video and description, which you can the forward to the appropriate service provider to start the coordination to get the issue resolved. 

I'd hire a competent carpentry crew and stay in close communication with them, have them video call you daily if possible, maybe even travel to KCMO to supervise.

I advise you to take this time to make sure you get a updated rental agreement/lease between you and him, after you do the repairs; take a long, slow video and lots of photos of his unit (& the whole building- especially rental & public areas) LABEL & SAVE the evidence in a safe place (or two!)