You can taylor the cash flow/equity built characteristics by selecting the appropriate style of investment.... ie., Core, Core+ style deals for cash flow or value-add/opportunistic style deals to assume more risk but build equity.But IMO, the best way to 'passively' build long-term wealth is to invest in prime properties in areas of traditionally high appreciation or try to identify areas that are appreciating (Austin, Columbus, Wyoming, etc.)

The baskets will contain structures with similar property and policy coverage characteristics for that area.

I dont gamble when it comes to my wealth.

I agree, it seems like a huge gamble. 

What are the key characteristics that a buyer should be concerned with when shopping ?

I bought in that location because of the lack of nice sfh and hope my gamble will pay off.

Even with a VA loan you are mostly gambling on appreciation with low cap cashflow.

You willing to gamble that the 1M or 2M claim won't come your way?  

You are gambling with your money.Now Samantha, you are severely overthinking the wholesaling process.

@Dale Snider - this sounds like a gamble to me.