BRRR - I'm surprised no one has pointed out the number one issue with flipping ... taxes.

Honestly, I'm not surprised they are closing.

I was surprised cause I heard they were decent.  

Quite frankly i'm surprised he was denied.

Take photos and/or make a list of when permitted work was done (don't be surprised if that "10 year old roof" was replaced in 1997...)  

You'll be surprised with how many potential deals you can find these ways, and the numbers will typically work out better compared to what you see on the MLS.  

I can't imagine this would be defined by the Revised Code of Washington but I've been surprised before! 

Nothing surprises me anymore.

I was surprised when I saw specifically that the neighbor's house was actually sold at about $95,000. 

This is a very common situation and I am surprised that seems to be some much confusionBuying a house as is simply means the seller is not making any repairs but And I repeat but your did not waive any or your contingencies unless expressed in the contract1- Right to due diligence  as per California law2- Right of inspection3-Appraisal and financing contingencies, title issue  etc etcYour agent should have sent out an addendum cancelling escrow if seller does not respond to your requests for repairs or whatever you wanted before your due diligence period expires  The emd is yours to keep if your sent out the proper notices during the time periods  allowed  The agent should know this it is Read your contract to confirm