We have to find a very less time-sensitive way to have them come to us.

If a contractor has skin in the game, obviously he will go above and beyond to ensure the project is profitable for himself and the investor. 

The person you spoke with may be referencing earnest money deposit (buyer showing the seller they have skin in the game; this can be refundable or non refundable).Some lenders require an application fee (junk fee) and those lenders typically are more expensive to begin with.

Construction equipment is very sensitive to economic cycles.

Like a snake shedding its skin, I severed ties with those who drained my spirit and clouded my judgment with their deceit and greed.

That's just how it works when you can't put skin in the game so to speak.

They can know sellers seeking a quiet transaction, or they might have information about off-market properties.Because off-market transactions sometimes include personal circumstances, keep in mind to approach potential sellers with professionalism and sensitivity.

@Andrew Steffens @Jason Wray @Sarah KensingerI appreciate your POV's but you have skin in that game.

Allowed a tenant to pay deposit and first month's rent via nonprofit which meant he had little skin in the game and he became a nightmare.

@Zachary JensenIRS clearly knows how to get under my skin haha