Plus they get paid by the insurance companies, so it's not like you are coming out of pocket for their service.

Anyone having an issue with the forum not being in chronological order? I have to scroll down to find the original post, so I’m reading the responses before the actual post.

I stumbled on bigger pockets and was hoping to download those excel templates and to learn more about real estate.

But if it’s money out of pocket for down payment (primary vs investment) there are definitely ways around that.

For more explanation of what they are feel free to read the many threads on Bigger Pockets concerning them.

And then do it again.It is actually possible to have a super experienced General Contractor, a very deep pockets money partner, and still lose money on a flip.The most common reason, in my experience, is having a project run over schedule and placing the property on the market during the off-season.

(and no I don't have friends or family with deep pockets). 

Plus that $75,000 is out of pocket, not financed in your loan.

My agent knows I invest and brings me both his best investment deals as well as gives me access to pocket listings for investments from his brokerage.

Welcome to Bigger Pockets James.