How did you finance this deal?

Generally yes a HELOC will go off your personal finances so qualifying is generally based on your income, liabilities, and credit. 

Went and viewed about 10 properties, made an offer on one without a buyer's agent, so that the selling agent would double end the deal and they accepted a below ask offer at a time when prices were climbing.How did you finance this deal?

That could make financing the rehab a little smoother.3.FHA 203(k): If the rehab costs and scope fit within the FHA guidelines, refinancing into a 203(k) loan could work.

If you need me delete my posts I have no problem I am not trying to give you a bad review.I was offering my opinion based on knowing you are "Not a lender" so for me seasoning and being familiar with guide lines is crucial in offering an investor the right guidance and direction for financing.

How did you finance this deal?

To thrive in real estate investing, you must maintain a firm grip on your finances.

The usual way, but not the right way, to try to buy a rental is by finding a property on the MLS, where agents congregate, make an offer and then try to get financing to buy the property.

It's a love hate for sure lol.I host a monthly meetup focusing on finance and real estate investing.

Tell them you want to get into investing and ask them if they know of anyone who might be interested in seller financing.