A couple of these friends have stated that they would be interested in investing from a private lending standpoint, but do not have the time to "mentor" a new investor, or the experience to invest in RE themselves.

Have the same questions on how to structure deal with private money for down payment and finance the balance

Looking for networking, partnerships, private money, etc.

Looking for networking, partnerships, private money, etc.

If you don't have a private jet then you'll need some soldiers in the ground in your target area.

I know when it is private sale it is recorded and can be seen on tax info.. but do the banks protect themselves from anyone knowing that info!?

Private out of state sellers?

One thing to consider on the FHA loans: When putting down only 3.5% they require private mortgage insurance (PMI), which can really affect the cash flow.

Some of my comments are not good so just sent me a private message for my opinion on this course.

@Jose Flores, great to hear you have a deal in the works, but a lease option with repairs buying it is dangerous.I would work on getting IRA private lenders that can fund your deals at 80% ARV, or money partners for JV 50 50 splits.With FHA financing at 3.5% down, who would put $10K down on a $55000 house?