Become a syndication Co-GP by either putting up the escrow funds or by raising money for the true GP where you receive 1% of the GP share of project upside, then create website and social media marketing materials where you hold yourself out as THE GP for the syndication. 5.

but it sounds like your mind is made up on this mentor.. flipping right now is a pretty tough gig for a beginner depending on market. very low inventory then sky high rates for your buyers. so use caution be careful also make sure you have a GREAT RE Broker who knows the values and what you should and shouldn't do in the rehab to maximize your returns. these things are very market specific U simply need to make sure your matching what is expected in the market you choose.. 

Good Offer Price: Without knowing the current bleeding amount, it’s tough to give a precise number, but generally, aim for 70-80% of the after-repair value (ARV) minus the cost of repairs.

If the lender gets spooked by the transfer, they could call the loan due immediately, and that could be a huge problem unless you have backup financing ready to go.2️⃣ As for conventional lenders doing a rate and term refi with a second loan in place, it's tough but not impossible.

But... the market is very, very tough right now, and what I tell everyone in your position is: if you're serious about it, you have to pick a market, go to it in person, and be willing to spend time in it in person, building a network and getting to know it. 

Might be tough from area to area, but I typically find that homes built before 1950 that were converted from single to multi family are 9 times out of ten - a full gut rehab and way too expensive for first timers.

Links to your three other posts on this same topic so readers can see what's already been discussed:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/61/topics/551577-backyard-homes-produced-in-chinahttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/617/topics/551580-china-built-backyard-homes-socalhttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/61/topics/537480-tiny-homes-produced-in-chinaThis sort of house is an interest of mine, though I'm more interested in building them on-site with a 3D printer and local materials.  

He’s clearly trying to play a tough guy, but it’s irritating that he decided to play it this way.

Make sure to checkout all the materials under the "learn" tab, especially the podcats, great for those long commutes.

That 2% is a tough hurdle and can still move up.