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Thanks,Rohit I also looked up this property and noticed two red flags.

In your examples:- Carpet stains with dirt accumulated over time are your responsibility vs. a red wine stain over a new white carpet is the tenant's responsibility.

You may want to Google "Red Arrow Park shooting" for an example.  

Collect the rest of my profit either from the GC as the designer or as a separate line item on the bid.My biggest concern is if I usually clear $80k-$100k per house how to fit that into the equation without causing red flags for the bank.

Buying w/o an agent, especially your first offer is IMO BOLD & Gutsy. 

Guys, I've noticed several houses in my city that have several LARGE red "D"s spray painted on them.  

Numbers I have been able to gather from public data sources make the property seem like a very good investment, almost too good so that is a red flag for me.

I am considering a duplex purchase in Red Lion PA looking for any advice on the area for a rental and any other tips you have as I analyse the deal.Here are the details:On North Main street in Red Lion, PA - Dallastown school district.Buying through a wholesaler who is helping a friend out with the sale.Each unit rents for $850 a month - $1700 month incomeEach unit 3 bedroom 1.5 baths1288 Sq ft per unitCurrently both rented, with tenant who plan to stay long term, one tenant as been there 6-7 yrs.

Go there to their office, bring a street map and a red pen.