But what are other questions that would make it clear a lender was or was not going to be a good fit. 

Even if it didn't fit perfectly the bank will go to 80% on noncommercial loans so if the appraisal came in higher than purchase and rehab it was still less down.

Take inventory of your skill set and see what fits best for you and then do that. 

@Jason Appel I don't have experience investing in that market but your post stopped me short because that's where I grew up.

With that said, it's up to you and your wife to come up with a plan that best fits you. 

@Edgar HernandezDope app...going thru it now

@Jose Garcia how are you finding the potential properties that might be a fit for what you are looking for?

Thank you Mindy,  I wasn't able to do it from the app, but I was able to do it on my computer.

I have requested the tax delinquent properties from my county, I would also like to obtain any potential/motivated sellers list. what is a good app, company or website where I can get a list of motivated sellers?

- not best area due to crime, bad schools, but location is good for people working in city.no-one car garage only, on street parking might be tight, 2-3 car can fit in drive way - current owner brought around 700 in 2017, asking 1.1M  not sure if its worth,  comp does not justify. - seller is in hurry,  want to list on market soon - seller only upgraded major appliances,  flooring and crown molding, overall asking price seems too high.