Less Competition - High-interest rates and market uncertainty may deter some flippers, reducing competition for distressed propertiesMarket Demand - In some areas, there remains strong demand for renovated, move-in-ready homes.Price Negotiation - Sellers of distressed properties may be more willing to negotiate in a high-interest rate environment.Cons:High Carrying Costs - High-interest rates increase the cost of borrowing, which raises your holding costs (interest payments, taxes, insurance, utilities).Market Volatility - Real estate markets can be unpredictable, and high-interest rates may lead to slower home sales and declining prices in some areas.Renovation Risks - Unexpected renovation costs and delays are common risks in any market, and high-interest rates exacerbate the financial impact of these issues.Financing Challenges - Securing financing for both the purchase and renovation can be more difficult and expensive in a high-interest rate environment.Mitigation Strategies:Thorough Market ResearchAccurate BudgetingEfficient Project ManagementFlexible FinancingExit StrategyFixing and flipping properties in today's market can still be profitable if approached with caution and thorough preparation.

But in my past life as a high-stakes language exam tutor, I walked into a lot of households with very nice art on the walls where the kid being raised was thoroughly worthless, a complete waste of skin.

For example, we could be at 13% and 3 points on something like that assuming the GC also has some skin in the game on the down payment.

You need a hard money guy who knows you as they will say you have no skin in the game. 

The latter spray out tiny droplets at a high velocity, and can feel like tiny needles as the spray hits the skin.

. $5,500 is quite a lot so I'm trying to review as many legitimate reviews and testimonials as I can to make sure that it makes sense for me and my situation.I know that I learn and apply myself best when I'm given straightforward instructions, a guide, clear direction, and skin in the game.I'll bump this up to see if there have been any new updates or developments in regards to the Wholesaling Inc program

Research and experience show that only people with skin in the game actually play the game.

Ya grow a thick skin over time, Rhino Skin. 

Normally builder will pay cash for the lot like i do that their skin in the game..

DSCR Loans are typically great for STR purchases - however, DSCR Lenders are going to require at least some "skin in the game" - so won't be able to have a 2nd lien for the down payment.