Examples could include:Partnering with other investors to share risk.Using seller financing or lease options.Leveraging creative rehab techniques to save on costs.Negotiating with contractors in a unique way to reduce expenses.I’d love to hear any stories, tips, or approaches that helped you pull off a deal others might have instantly passed on.

Unfortunately most lack the balance sheet to obtain favorable financing, can't afford to put any skin in the game and fail to make a compelling reason for why the investment makes sense or to justify the structure they are seeking.

I personally wouldn't invest in a property that doesn't cash flow.What is your financing strategy? 

How did you finance this deal?

How did you finance this deal?

How did you finance this deal?

@Irina BadalHolding title in a land trust will keep your personal name out of the public records when purchasing or financing a property. 

I've never heard of anyone using NOI for valuation because you never know how a property was financed. 

So if I am looking at an asset as a 10 year play - I look more at the location, schools and how has this market performed in the past excluding covid and 2008 which were extenuating circumstances.Reality is right now shorter term plays do not work based on numbers and cost of financing - we went through this same thing in 2001-2004ish timeframe where properties would appreciate 2-3% per year and after buying costs and closing costs - you were not making money on assets unless you performed the labor or found a really good deal.this is how real estate "typically" is - which is why everyone always says location location location - because after a decent holding period, you will win.

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.