Wow, I finally got the reply feature to work!

The last email correspondence from them stated the I would receive my final funds by the end of September.

My final take on this thread is that stirring up an issue that is fixing itself (albeit slowly) does no good and may do harm.

Since you haven't paid this plumber their final bill yet, politely ask them to do a digital sewercam video and send to you.Should look something like this: Why ask them politely?

I'm an Engineer on the team and can answer any and all questions about the project.We are wrapping up the final details on our marketing model now with an expectation to start fulfilling pre-orders before the end of the year (2021)Attached are some photos of the build out of the first marketing model with more photos to follow as the build progresses.

I have finally broken down and hired a VA and purchased some CRM software programs to help me.

Hi All,I'm a long-time BP lurker and excited to finally post here!

So finally the only explanation is that the locking mechanism somehow became unlocked halfway through an open cycle, which would be generous to call that unlikely, but perhaps not impossible.

Finally, I'd be sure to confirm who you're working with day-to-day, whether it's who you interview with or a member of their team. 

Then add 25% to the final construction budget.