How do I get the bank to accept my short sale offer?

[Brian Tome]

I want to make an offer on a short sale property, but I will be looking for a hard money lender or a business partner to bring on board to finance the deal.  The problem is that the bank won't accept my contract offer without a "proof of funds" letter.

Is there a way to get around this?  Any advice is appreciated.

[Wayne Brooks]

POF or a real preapproval from a lender. Banks aren't interested in wasting time on someone hoping to flip, or hoping to find financing later. Also, the listing agent/seller would be an idiot in accepting such an offer.