I don't want to distract the thread.

He said, "if you feel that strongly about it find out what it would take..just don't let it distract you and cost you money on other deals in the process."

But don't waste it on the mundane, the meaningless, and the distracting.  

I hope this is helpful and not just distracting.

I really liked the property but then I got distracted with other things and forgot about it.The listing agent emailed me some time later and asked if I wanted to put in a lower offer.

This is what I refer to as a "shiney object of distraction".This could be a great deal, but for an experienced investor.  

I think a lot of contractors get distracted with what they have going on currently and forget about getting future work.  

Those deals that do not follow your criteria, are what I call "shiny objects of distraction".Having said that, that doesn't mean you can't have more than one set of criteria, and you should, simply because you should have more than one exit strategy that you analyze every property for.  

Make sure it is convenient for all those effected by it and needs to have minimal distractions.  

They can get a loan letter to you that states the average loan closing time and the maximum amount that you qualified for.Another thing you might do is to find your office location that is convenient and has a minimal of distractions.