My goal is to gain financial freedom. 

@Franklin Parker Sometimes PM firms have their own handyman, although it could be in your best financial interest to coordinate them separately.

So just seeing what kind of financial advice i can get to drag ourselves out of this slump.

I'm sure other plumbers will also tell me it's a big costly problem (I'm getting bids tomorrow), so my problem is not specifically with him giving me a high quote, it's the fact that I have a house with a lot more repairs on my hands than what I was led to believe and I think the plumber who did the inspection and overpromised should have to pay for his time, not me.Does anyone have any advice on what course of action I should take?

@Rob Brown Your asset allocation should be determined by your personal financial situation.

My main goal is achieving financial freedom as quick as possible.

What will you offer the tenant to convince him to make a poor financial decision?

I emailed the agent, and he sent me a financial statement from the room next door, which is identical. 

If they lie you can take legal action against them for not disclosing.

I’m 37...I’ve read all the books...watched all the videos...and now I’m ready to take actionable steps toward securing my future though REI.