They like to see more skin in the game by the development team.  

If you worry too much about having a team behind you, and all ducks in a row, and all your fears completely gone, you will probably never get in the game.

Depending on your personality, that may cause some stress.I would also point out that you have 2 huge advantages in the flipping game: access to cheap money (your own) and reduced realtor fees (as your own realtor).

I would imagine the partner would want you to have some skin in the game.

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My game plan is to utilize both my own cash as well as " hard money."

Hello, AllMy Name is Javier very happy to be part of this online community.Can't believe Im the first Long Islander to post here.Well I'm a newbie when it comes to real estate but have the commitment that is needed.Started back when i read Tony Robbins Money Master The Game back in January.Hope to meet and talk to great people on here.Thanks Again.

In addition, if you're raising capital from HNW private investors, they will not invest with you unless you gave skin in the game.

Luckily we have never lost a deal to it, but they don't seem to play games once they hand you a Non-Refundable EM check.  

What kind of poker games do you play?