It's likely a scam anytime they sound like AI or the grammar is weird or they use the word "kindly", if they ask for you to respond to them off-platform, if they say their employer will pay for it, if they ask if the dates they've specified are still open (when they can clearly see they are open on your calendar), if they ask for a video of your property (they probably want to set up a duplicate listing with your photos and video and scam others out of money), or if they want a long term booking and they have just joined the platform and have no reviews (could have been evicted from somewhere else, and hope a newbie will let them in with no background check, they'll end up not paying or credit card is bad).  

Compare this to other hard money lenders to ensure you’re getting a competitive deal.Reputation: Before working with any lender, it’s crucial to check reviews, reach out to other investors who’ve used them, and potentially even meet with them in person.Experience with BRRRR: If possible, find out if they have experience funding BRRRR projects specifically.

The court received the funds 5 months ago, the sheriff mailed the check to the attorney's office in October 2023.

Is anyone out there willing to be boots on the ground in Cleveland particularly old Brooklyn to check out the condition of a property?

Check out Paul Jang, Victor Reynolds, Elijah Bryant there are others out there who aren’t as BIG as Joe who will give you more bang for your buck and are still accessible.

Also it would be helpful to attend SoCTREIA's Women in R.E. meetings, check out their website.

If you are looking to do real estate sales as well you may want to find a brokerage that hires for both at the same time, and check their credibility.  

net worth check..

If the insurance isn't done properly, it's on the edge of impossible to cash the check because it's made out to the lender, my company, and the seller(s). 

Check all docs carefully.