deal crushing without a down payment

[Lance Antonio]

so how about those deals you see in your area, but are not fully prepared for it, and kicking yourself in the face. haha

im a handyman here and working in a very desirable area, see an open house. only to check it out and see what its going for, and knowing the opportunity in it. but with no down payment saved up yet, and havent re done our prequalification, is really kicks me in the but! knowing what were shooting for its so frustrating to not get things done sooner. how would you guys handle it? mind you this is our first home buying experience and we'd more like to hold on to it, because there is a ton of reno that needs to be done but we'd only keep it for the long haul, meaning rental. ok end rant! Thank you BP