I am putting it up on Facebook, Craigslist, etc. but is there anything else a newbie can utilize that you have found success with?

Always one of my recommendations to clients. 

Because the original value of your closed loan was based on renovations being done, there is no additional value to use for the removal of the PMI.Maybe consider refi to another lender who will order another AVM or appraisal to get you a more desirable LTV. 

You either do it or remind tenants to do it and even then you would have to check they actually do it. 

I would be happy to help you look at your deal and anything else related if you like. 

I plan to raze a house I own in SD county and build a quadplex on this one parcel. 

@Greg Hammond If you decide the property is no longer worth holding on to and you decide to sell, in addition to the capital gains you want to consider depreciation recapture as well as any closing costs and commissions.

I love having access to capital, that equals access to opportunity. 

For insurance, I’d recommend working with a local broker to explore the best rates.

I am not afraid to ask the “stupid” questions in order to learn.