Last thing I'd want to do is rush into a property, miss red flags, and end up getting in a bad situation.Is a rehab in a C class neighborhood (which is what it would likely be) a bad idea for my first property?

I had a terrible experience with them, mostly because I missed/ignored all the flashing red lights. 

Any specific red flags to identify bad actors and avoid doing business with them in these areas?

I am wondering if there is any red flag.

City may have red flags on several issues. 

Roll out the red carpet.I don't know how it works up in Canada (although I'm fascinated to learn), but if you're not using a well-connected broker, then I would skip the skip tracing.

Any other 'red tape' needed to get this space tenant occupied?

Hi Jonah...Huntsville is such a red hot market right now.

The fact that these questions are being asked is the only red flag needed (for most people).My thought has always been that it's better to have an vacant house than a nightmare house. 

I have since acquired my own real estate sales license and subsequently broker license to start, grow, and operate Home Roots Property Management.