Additionally, the cost to create a business here is not as inexpensive as the United States, in some cases it can cost thousands of dollars to setup. 

As of this morning July 2nd 2024, a full 2 weeks after writing their current investors that they are suspending interest payments, they are still seeking new investors for investments but do not inform the new potential investors that they have suspended interest payments.

Insurance-  replacement costs.  

.: Cost of risk scenario. 

In doing so, bear in mind that the cost and admin of a corporation is higher and that the tax treatment is different:1.

By my estimates, pricelabs cost me approx $25K last year in lost revenue for some of the same reasons you've listed in your post.

I would check as best you can before you even contract, but also for sure once you do contract and have the documents in hand.While there are some places for $150,000, there should be relatively few of those any more, certainly in buildings that have long term potential. 

(If not, then you should, IMHO)We're all in sales ultimately, and keeping potential business associates on a marketing list is our lifeline.Also, if you were "politely told" that it's not a great fit - how is this a problem? 

So, they could potentially buy another house later on.

Going direct saves you and the seller money, giving you a lower cost to entry which helps all your numbers, but you have to put in the extra work to find that deal.