I am also relatively new to the real estate investment game and am looking to collaborate with investors on flips and long term rental portfolios in the greater Boston area.

Lenders are almost universal in their requirement that a borrower has "skin in the game".

Most do not get in the game 

I’ve seen it plenty of times over the years, and I’d say you’re already ahead of the game for thinking through this strategically.

Real estate is a long game, and as this experience shows, persistence pays off, even when things don’t go according to plan.

Hi Jasmin,It sounds like you're learning valuable lessons in the fix-and-flip game!

It's playing a game of musical chairs speculating you can exit and cash out big on the upcycle before things change.

Hot tubs, pool tables, movie rooms, kayaks and canoes, bikes, games, nice comfortable beds, smart TV's, video games, well stocked kitchens, etc.

This is why both presidential candidates are talking about the need to reform housing regulations on the campaign trail.Construction Innovation: A Call to ActionIt seems that innovation in the construction technology space, and thus labor productivity, is an area for significant improvement.

It's all fun and games until a reckless driver jumps the curb...Since your investment goals are $300 monthly cash flow and 30% equity, you’ll need to make sure the numbers work for both properties under these new financing terms.