Too much red, too much equity that could be used better.

Quote from @Zakiya Zaid: Thanks @Brenden Stadelman, I was just looking into Investor Edge this week, the $4K -$6K raised a red flag, but 100% financing is worth looking into. 

Of course it is a red flag!

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.

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?

By and large, QI's have very high ethical standards, and are sometimes overlooked as the engines of this tax saving tactic.]REPUTATION MARKERS 📊INDUSTRY STANDINGMembership in professional organizationsLeadership roles in FEAEducational contributions to the industryRelationships with major title companiesCLIENT RELATIONSHIPS 👥Testimonials from CPAs and attorneysReferences from title companiesLong-term client relationshipsTransparent fee structuresRELATIONSHIP RED FLAGS 🚩Overly familiar with your realtor/brokerKickback arrangements (illegal!)

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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