Please note i did not invest with them, but wanted to mention that as there are names out there when mentioned its an automatic red flag.

If there's a lot more headache- then I encourage you to implement or improve a Complete Household System, try to get SFR's with 6-11 bedrooms, no more than 3 rooms per 3/4-Full bathroom, and make sure there's one (not more than one) beautiful living room with a big screen TV. 

A property manager not requiring this raises serious red flags.

Huge Red Flag for me!

I plan to call lender on this but don't want to wave any red flags. thoughts?

Beautiful Home.Not sure what the zoning is, but could it be used for offices? 

The 3 issues you described are all fairly large red flags, especially for someone's first property.

It allows you to rent out your property for additional income or use it as a seasonal getaway to enjoy the vibrant beauty of Mexico.

When I started getting emails from other affiliates trying to get me to invest in additional resources, it sent up a red flag for me.

The red flags of managing from a distance and hiring a property manager are legitimate concerns that make it more challenging.