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Hearing such comments from someone who has been investing for many years is a little disappointing, but does raise a red flag with me.

I excluded words that I thought would be included, I even clicked the little red trash icon to start over.

There are some areas that have been "over-fished" (Red Ocean).We are interested in all exit strategies (Flip, Hold, RTO, and Owner Carry). 

I don't think too many small 401K's get review, but if the total plan liabilities began to equal or exceed assets on the annual Form 5500 reporting, that might be a red flag?  

And if you want to be bold, then put a sign on the property stating that you buy ugly houses...CA$H!!! 

RMAC lending and Red Dirt Lending are a couple. 

., the pest infestations vary every year, with mice, red squirrels, ants, moles, deer and bear being the most frequent problems. 

Jesse,Congratulations on taking bold action.

- What red flags do you look for in the contractor's responses?