I would also factor in concessions, and bad debt.

Based on these factors (and the fact that I am new and would prefer cash now to do more deals) I am leaning towards flipping the home.Thanks again. 

It's all factored into the contractor's bid.

If the CPA is even talking about the Tax Court's treatment of something, that would be legal advice and improper.

Prices will reflect that, but buying dirt cheap means selling dirt cheap in a small town that isn't "related" to a larger market.Study real estate basics, location, market influences, inventory turn over, economic factors that effect value.

Per the mitigation firm, the mold is contained to the crawlspace, with no indication it is in the living space.Environmental Services said that he feels that the home is safe to stay in since the mold is 1) in the crawlspace, 2) there is a plastic tent over the access trapdoor, 3) the furnace is not located in the crawlspace, 4) the mitigation company has established negative air pressure in the crawlspace 5) as well as using anti microbial treatments and 6) water remediation efforts.I consulted with a real estate attorney.  

The biggest factor in the financing is the cash flow.

Lenders are going to take all factors into account including income, marital status, credit, etc. and through the rate they give you they are telling you what kind of risk you are to them.

Is broker support always a huge factor?

That said, I probably buy an overpriced cup of coffee a few times a week for the convenience factor :)I can understand that part of what makes TK properties what they are is the convenience factor.