I think @Matthew Olszak is barking up the right tree.  

Twilight Bark?  

I would expect a barking dog will tell you he is still there.  

The dog sends his regards and a bark.

Heard dogs barking inside.  3 days later filed petition to evict against previous owner.  

Loud, vicious barking dogs next door to the subject property.  

I always try to find one, or a couple, specific details in each rental unit that can be a bit "special" above the baseline necessities, such as stainless steel appliances, gravel/bark for landscaping, a thicker trim and nice trim/wall paint contrast, a better grade of carpet, or a brand new front door.  

If its ugly, or maybe a barking dog next door, or even on a slightly busier road.  

either take cash, wait until the project is finished and sold and get more cash or a %.If he says no then ask the investor if he is willing to share if it turns out to be a good lead and the same questions to him.2 no"s means all bark and no bite!

I wouldn't have barked at a good guy like Russell out of the gate necessarily, but I appreciate where you're coming from.I don't have anything to sell you.