You are an unlicensed financial advisor.  

Any guidance is appreciated and I know it's not tax nor financial advice, just your thoughts.

If you have not yet, try building your financial model with this in mind.  

Properly collecting these fees is a key part of financial success in real estate investment.And hey, why stop there?

Often times, their approval processes are slow.Credit Unions - Their member structure also subsidizes their financial structure so they can also be a source of low-cost financing.

Cutting our losses and selling was difficult, but it was the best option given our financial woes.I’d love to hear from others—has anyone else faced something this unexpected during a BRRRR or flip?

Better still, the recessed handle trim is visibly chipped (stands out as bad.) 

As a result, I stand to lose not only my due diligence fee but also the escrow money.The situation has become even more concerning.

You screen LTR for their financials, eviction, and criminal history. 

Feel free to message me, I would be glad to give you my opinions on where I think a good market would be based on your financial situation.