Him asking you to pull the permits as a homeowner is fraudulent and in the state of nj doing plumbing and electric without a license Is punishable with up to a $10,000 fine first offense and is a crime.

That’s not a prudent nor pragmatic way of investing.I take no offense

Don't worry about it being offensive or anything - it is not offensive to ask.

These guys are on the front lines and could be bringing you deals!

@Klavish Farajno offense intended, but if all she has in the world is 100K, I don't see how private lending would be a good idea...conversely, if she is a HNWI and has say $1M and is looking to diversify, then I guess it's a different story...

No offense meant to anyone, opinions vary. 

No offense, but come on, don't be slumlords.  

The people on the front line may not be your last resort. 

No offense intended - just being honest.

, to fund the rest of your rehab - and they take the property as collateral if you default; (2) go to your local REI, build connections, tell every single person you are looking to flip a property and that you will bring them the deal and split the profits in exchange for their money and experience; make them feel your passion and energy; depending on the person, you might get 50% profit if you have it under contract, perhaps lower - asking for anything over 50% would probably be offensive;(3) Use your own money.You need to seriously get creative to get a few deals under your belt and develop your lender network (this could be anyone, friends, family, HML, private lending).