Permitting & Red-lines - In this phase completed designs are submitted to the jurisdiction for review.

They are typically about 400 square feet, with one bedroom, one bath, a living room, and a kitchen.

With an owner occupancy requirement I typically try to ensure the buyers mtg contributions (PITI/water) at or below market rent so you are not in the red when you move. 

He's a great resource and can definitely get you squared away with your first property. 

I do an inspection six months later and see the walls are dark red with grey trim, black, bright pink, and poorly done.

Square without trying, far less sag over time. - gutter cleaning wand.

I am also guessing that since the original lender is a defendant in this, that the first load was not paid off...Not sure if this helps clarify any input, or just raises more red flags.Any comment / insight is welcome!

Maybe 1 in ten duplexes listed rent for fair market.In Milwaukee the rent often comes out to about a buck a square foot, depending on neighborhood and condition a bit more or less.

As a first time investor, these favorable terms raised a red flag. 

As a first time investor, these favorable terms raised a red flag.