I see that its all based on the American market, I was wondering if there was anyone in here who has experience with European markets (mainly South of France)? 

.), but I'd see it as a red flag if the seller doesn't allow you this opportunity ONCE YOU ARE UNDER CONTRACT.  

Any other factors major things you look out for, as red flags or green flags would be helpful!  

I walk properties with a camera and roll of painter's tape, and flag everything I see wrong, and take a pic, with my contractor by my side taking notes.

This is why you don't try to get a mortgage by walking into a bank or calling a 1-800 number -- those folks typically have no licensing or education requirements (that have to "register," but don't have to be "licensed" or pass a test).By not counting VA disability income, I actually wonder if someone might be violating the Equal Credit Opportunity Act and/or the Americans With Disabilities Act.

Jacksonville might produce lower cash flow than those other markets, but is a really well positioned for continued appreciation (job and population growth - trulia just named #1 US Market to Watch https://www.trulia.com/blog/trends/american-dream-2017/ There are any number of other markets too for cash flow.  

Just like before, but instead of an illegal 'chop shop,' it was a mostly legit business.He was referred to me by the head honcho at a local boutique real estate brokerage, where he was their "go to" plumber for all the properties they manage.I had to make him "get real" about his reported self employment income with the IRS in order to qualify for a mortgage.He now owns two investment properties and is working on saving up for his third, which he wants to be a MFR.IS THAT DUDE MR AMERICAN DREAM OR WHAT? 

My name is Adrien, i'm a french / american, i have dual citizenship.  

Check out North American Savings Bank which is a lender for Self Directed Non-Recourse Loans.  

Here is a link to a page with some of the more common red flags for lender scams.