@Kyle DeboerEveryone is going to want to see some skin in the game.

There are many ways to skin it but I would go ahead and upgrade to QBO Plus.

I wouldn't be opposed to having a little skin in the game (closing costs, inspections, etc) I would be living there paying market rent and doing the improvements myself.

They also want a priority lien on the property.It sounds like you are looking for someone to fund your down payment, I would be looking for an equity partner over debt as nobody likes to lend money in insecure positions, especially when a borrower lacks skin in the game.How much are you planning to come in with yourself?

There are a few ways to skin this cat.

Would this irritate the landlord and cause a hard NO--too creepy!

You can go to a CU or local bank but they want a wad a cash from you for skin in the game and your going to have a rough interest rate. 

Skills or qualities in no particular order: Communication, patience, empathy, listening ear, backbone, resilience, determination, organization, work ethic, lead a team, thick skin, time management, trusts their instinct, and all-around good ethics! 

There are a lot of ways to skin this cat. 

Giving them skin in the game ensures they’re just as invested in success as you are.