Experts are wrong all the time and you should take all "expert" forecasts with a huge grain of salt because nobody can consistently and accurately predict the future, especially for very complex things like the economy. 

Color consistence and durability enabled us to cut the patch perfectly.

I think this will be a road I eventually will go down but my main focus right now is on getting the processes in place to be able to flip consistently.

As background, a small group of partners and I have been looking to expand our portfolio, which currently consists of about 20 value-add duplexes. 

If you can point that passion in the right direction, consistently I bet you will be a big success!

It may take some time, and consistent follow up, until they begin sending you any potential properties that work, but once they see you are a serious investor they will send you opportunities.

A applicant not consistent with the norm is higher risk.Personally I would not go down this road.

Show me a 2006-2007 real estate purchase that has a consistent 32% annual ROI.

This subjective, qualitative look, particularly important for newer companies without a lengthy track record, should consist of the following elements: company description, key personnel, industry analysis, marketing operations and a description of the use of proceeds.

There's nothing wrong with that, but it came back so rapidly and consistently that it seemed automated, and that made it feel phony.