A quote with no cost breakdown can definitely be a red flag—it makes it harder to understand what you’re paying for and leaves room for unexpected costs to pop up.

It certainly could be a red flag, but not necessarily.

Of course it is a red flag!

I recently had to replace my HVAC system because it was red-tagged.

On the other hand if they are a sponsor that is experienced in stopping a skin in the game, that's a huge red flag for me.c) how open to scrutiny are they?

As far as red flags, if you don't seem serious/ready that will turn some agents away.

If we sense there is a red flag, were asking them to upload additional documents like tax returns w2's etc.

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You looked past a red flag right at the outset:"When application was made tenant was I am not going to to have my puppy with me so do not need pet fee or application"Total red flag.

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