As for a W-9, that is required if you're reporting to the IRS that company/person's earnings and technically is required for anything paid over $600 (I believe) to a single person/entity in a given year so you can issue a 1099.

The local building department wants the replacement stairs to have a 1-hr fire rating due to the proximity to the neighboring property.

I’m a local investor in CO Springs as well.

Their communication is excellent especially compared to the lack of communication with the other company.  

through Tmobile, and added a local (808) number for my business line!

@Thomas Kramer, @Anastasia Jordan, the problem with a "well designed limitations system" is that people game the system with different company names, partners, strawmen, etc.

There are even members that will respond here that have ulterior motives, so you shouldn't trust them.Go through the content available here on BP and then start looking for a Property Management Company you can build a relationship with - but, still verify & validate what they do as no one is perfect and even an honest mistake can cost thousands.Some agents may post here to start with them, but 95%+ of agents don't know how to properly identify a rental property to buy.

I am not familiar with who you are working with but always recommend vetting any company deeply before signing and paying -- those companies tend to have a lot of overhead they need to pay - out of your bottom line.

It was a pocket listing from a local real estate agent How did you finance this deal?

In regards to the city, just reach out to your local city hall.