Despite if it works and or what anyone says... arbitrage will always  have a special place in my heart since it was what got me started in this RE game. 

A borrower really needs to have at least some "skin in the game" to make lenders feel comfortable.

Quote from @Jacob Sherman: Quote from @Kiran Asknani: Hi  All I am new to STR game and am planning to start with investing in Boston area or nearby suburbs as I have spent last 10 years in Boston.

The auctions, although online now, are live foreclosure auctions, i.e. the auction style sale which is the culmination of the foreclosure process. 

You're way ahead of the game! 

Not much in terms of online reviews as far as I can tell

Currently, I have a weekly check in with my current contractor, but alot of time it is a chasing game.

I’m brainstorming ideas on how I can market myself to potential mentors in the STR game in order to gain experience.

.🔹 Example in Action:Rental income: $9,000PITI: $9,500 → DSCR <1 (not qualifying)Using $63,000 in assets → Adds $1,045 in incomeNew DSCR >1 → Higher LTV (80% instead of 75%)🔹 Why This Matters:✅ Helps investors qualify for better financing✅ Increases borrowing power and flexibility✅ Allows you to scale your portfolio fasterUnderstanding financing tools like this can be a game-changer for investors looking to maximize opportunities.

Most of the "Sub-To" community members I've met on the journey are the most overzealous people in the game.