I will be doing a few of them I don't want to be raising a red flag anywhere with banks.

as low as 5% down on 2-4 unit, lower mortgage insurance premium and no upfront insurance payment at closing, and it's a conventional loan so stronger offer and less red tape than the FHA. 

Its a bold move to raise the price. 

Probably the biggest red flag is that even with improved rents I'm only seeing a gross noi of 5.4% on asset value and after allowances, expenses, and costs to upgrade it's probably well south of that.I like your thinking. 

The vast majority of private Landlords have no clue what they're doing whereas a professional knows the law, can spot red flags, and can find you a quality renter.

That is a red flag for me.  

Rosewood, the most desirable area near the campus, is red hot!  

Hello All,I'm new to Real Estate Investing. My immediate goal is to buy a duplex for Househack.I came across this duplex which has the major foundation issues with underfloor HVAC system in the property.Foundation iss...

It's going to take longer than you think, with more red tape.

It is a mess and you are partly to blame because you are ignoring all these red flags.Write her a notice that says the home is uninhabitable due to the water leaks and you are terminating her rental agreement, period.