House flipping advice

[Brennan Thomas]

So I'm new to REI and trying to get started.

not a ton of money to play with

Flipping some houses for some start up money to more passive ventures seems to be the way I’m leaning.

I've been talking with a hard money lender who is willing to cover 100% of the loan rehab and closing if it doesn't exceed 70% ARV.

all it takes from me is an initial invrstment of $3000 to have access to their software and services, and i pay ernest money.

is this a good deal and good idea?

[Brian Garrett]

HML telling you to pay $3,000 up front for access to their software and services is a major red flag for me.