Buyers are Liars" You'd think most buyers would be smart enough to stop lying when their lies have been publicly disproven.

BUT (It hurts to write this)It’s great that you’re taking the initiative to shop around for the best rates—this is a smart move when making such a significant investment.

Renovation costs would need to be financed separately.Private Lending or Hard Money: Use a private or hard money loan to acquire and rehab the property, then refinance into a joint long-term loan.Seller Financing: Negotiate terms directly with the seller for a flexible financing arrangement.Final ThoughtsUsing an FHA 203(k) loan for your first property is a smart move, and with the right partnership agreement, you can still achieve your 50/50 goals.

Smart people they have to be right.   .        

You have to practice and find smart ways to move around PPC/PPL is definitely something I’m keeping on my radar, it’s great to hear that it's working for you and bringing in motivated sellers.

I am thinking of changing the interior doors to smart locks and renting each room out.

And don’t forget to check out Airbnb host groups—hosts love to share tips and contacts.For setting up your place, a smart lock is a must—it makes check-ins so much easier.

(The other scammers are from posts here on Bigger Pockets from people with similar situations as mine) McMann Commercial Lending, Walter Trock & Michael LanzaGenie Investments - David Hughes and Mike ConnerSilversky capital out of Lubbock, TX.Jerry Yang and Guatam ShahSmartZip - Smart ZipAmerican Money Loan ServicesTom Vanderlaan.FLIP AND FAST LOANS LLC.Also read this post.

Why would a smart investor do that? 

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