How much do market fluctuations play a role in determining whether to fix and flip or buy and hold?

I want to do the math exercise and so I guess I am asking if anyone with a little experience can guide me to what to ask and how to figure it in to see if it is a DEAL or NO DEAL.

So emotions played a role here.Generally speaking, these are smart, high-quality tenants who take care of the property.  

I did not have to leave Phoenix to complete the transaction as I was paid an assignment fee for my role in the transfer.

The court will side with the tenant with the thinking that your continuation of the lease by not exercising your option to evict over unpaid fees constitutes you having waived them.  

You should explore things like: buy strategy, roles of the partners, hold period, exit strategy, tie breakers in case of decisions you can't come to agreement on, life events (death, divorce, etc.), cash recalls and shares dilution in case the property needs cash injections, etc.

Give VA current rent role and contact info for all tenants 3.

(Work commutes, cooking breakfast, during exercise?)

You can issue a cashiers check to Tony C in your role as the trustee of the plan.  

Secondly, you could work for a brokerage office in more of an administrative role.