A potential full asset protection structure (shield signifies protected, open lock means vulnerable):Here are the links to highres files:https://www.biggerpockets.com/files/user/CosIorg/file/asset-protection-onion-diagram-v2https://www.biggerpockets.com/files/user/CosIorg/file/asset-protection-decision-diagramhttps://www.biggerpockets.com/files/user/CosIorg/file/asset-protection-spectrum-diagramhttps://www.biggerpockets.com/files/user/CosIorg/file/asset-protection-structures

I've come to recognize minor signs on MLS listings that may signify that it's a REO (i.e. no pics, descriptions, or historical information on the listing).

Two set a new "market" signifier.

Finally, when you have found "the one" property that you know is a solid deal, draft up a business plan with all the calculations completed that you learned on this site signifying you have a great deal on your hands.

Certainly keep an eye on it but I don't think it signifies bad things to come in the near term necessarily.

It typically signifies a nicer new construction neighborhood in the DC area

At least in Florida, using the deposits to build requres an additonal contract and lawyer or there could be signifiant risk.We are opportimnistic in building.  

Let a simple check or letter signify what the staus is, and you won't have to read long sentences or notes about what's goin on.Even with computers, ATC still uses flight strips as a manual control system.

Have you tried looking further into properties that have "distress signifiers" such as a shabby roof, uncut tall grass, etc?

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