So if a fortune 500 company wouldn't accept that property, I sure as heck would not.Also, I could be wrong but I believe one way these companies stop the contamination is to burn the dirt.  

Ultimately, time is going to be a determining factor in the success of most investors.I have been fortunate because I have learned enough over the years to handle most any situation.

I was fortunate enough to find a mentor and it is probably the only reason I am where I am today.

Your best bet is to go there on an evening and see how the block looks then. in a way you are fortunate because these are the summer months and you can get a good feel of what goes on around that house. if you see a lot of hanging around on porches or a house with a lot of traffic (foot and car), proceed with caution.  

We recently attended Than Merrills’, Fortune Builder’s seminar on RE investing and although we did gain some additional knowledge it seemed to be a 3 day sell to attend the $20k mastery program.

Very few rentals available in this market, and a very high demand (I also sell real estate, so fortunately I know the market).

Fast forward a couple years and I was actually fortunate enough to be a guest on the podcast!

In your situation I'd suggest going that route as flips are very involved and the last thing you'd want to do in your situation is take time away from your primary income producer, your job which sounds very lucrative and you should count yourself fortunate in that situation.

No one ever amassed a fortune by not spending without first having acquired a massive income.The entrepreneurial mind, on the other hand, says, "Where can I invest for the best return?"

Fortunately, I had reserves and we are able to roll some of these onto credit accounts.