Similarly if you feel the material pricing is marked up by too much, that's similarly a red flag.

If he lived in the same place for four years, that should reflect on his credit score.I think you've found enough red flags to justify denying them.

@Jake BarrutiaRed flag - do not acceptMake them pay monthly.

Additionally, these investors can provide warnings about potential red flags, ensuring you hire reliable contractors and property managers.

Also, look out for red flags like neglect, possible liens, and unpermitted renovations.### FinancingMake sure you have your financial matters in order.

that said the other issues are a red flag.  

You may be right that listings with dollar amounts in the descriptions are being flagged. 

I also call the local court system to see if anything is flagged on file. 

Your post in the other forum was flagged and was grabby.

It's definitely an outside-the-box idea to transfer the property to an LLC before applying for the HELOC.If you move the property to an LLC, lenders might see the transfer as a red flag.