That contains the downside risk.So where does the remaining 25% to 40% (plus closing costs, renovation costs, etc) come from?  

These are just a few examples but there are many motivating factors that lead  a bankable borrower to work with an alternative lender.  

A couple of them are big time investors these days with over 40 houses each and have moved up to STRs and commercial properties.Find someone that will share their opinions and suggestions and it'll help keep you motivated to get through the starting period. 

According to data from the Housing Authority of Baltimore City, demand for vouchers remains high, and resources are stretched thin.

I came from doing everything self motivated and always had a battle with all the things i do in life, and continue to try and cultivate positive self-belief.

After the must-pay items are handled, then I will apply remaining funds towards rent, late fees, etc.

In the process of trying to find houses to flip, newer to the scene and very motivated.

To gauge their motivation more, you could follow up with, "What’s got you thinking about selling?"

I'm currently working on scaling up quickly through purchasing large SFR portfolios and/or apartments, and I'm in preliminary talks with a few sellers willing to carry back a seller 2nd note of 20-30% (i.e. the down payment).I'm looking for a lender that will move forward in financing the initial 70-80%, in 1st position, alongside a seller 2nd of the remaining 20-30%, totaling 100% CLTV.

Most investors that have tried to purchase an investment property recently have been shocked by how high prices have remained given the higher interest rates and growing negative economic news.