It bugs me because I wasn’t going to rent to them initially because of the girlfriend’s low credit score, but he has a good job and they did own a home a few years back.  

I also require:Rent + Monthly Debt <= 45% of GROSS monthly incomeExample: So, someone making $6,000 per month ($72,000 per year) meets the initial income requirement BUT if they have a $750 car loan, $250 child support payment, and $250 credit card payment $1250 total then $1680 (rent) + $1250 (monthly debt) <= 45% x $6000 (monthly income)$2930 <=$2700 (DENIED)

when partnering with people on a Joint Venture deal make sure to thoroughly layout all aspects of the companies operations and ensure that a clear understanding is made as to who will oversee what. taking the time to find the right partners can go a long way when the going gets tough or feelings get hurt. initially the deal involved partnering with a hands off venture capitol group but luckily an owner of a nearby carwash offered to go in on the deal instead and provided his industry expertiseDid you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

My question would be about recourse on the initial lender who foreclosed.

DST's have low returns like 5% and lots of fees, but other syndications like mortgage notes can earn up to 12% out of the gate with no record of failure, thus potentially offsetting that initial tax hit in the long run, but you have to do the math. 

I have seen 2 recent studies comparing initial cost of renting to purchasing.  

Each deal you close as a wholesaler is a plank that helps you construct a bridge toward greater investment opportunities.Wholesaling: The initial planks.

Hey Corey,Here are some pros and cons of your optionsSeller Financing + Separate Renovation LoanPros:Low Down Payment & Interest Rate: This could significantly reduce your initial cash outlay and make monthly payments more manageable.Cons:Financing Rehab: You might consider a personal loan or a home equity line of credit (HELOC), though these often come with higher interest rates.

I found the spreads on the fix and flip projects were only 50k - 70k because the initial purchase was high. 

What is your initial cash flow using the 50% rule?