I haven't dealt with probate properties much but I can only imagine you need tough skin to prod during those times. 

If you latch onto a good deal, you should have little difficulty in finding a end-buyer.Again, best of luck to you....

I'm willing to put some of my own skin into the deals so you know I mean business. 

@Britany Woodman I think what @Jesse Gonzalez said would be a good way to go, get a brand new SFR with really no skin in a the game.

I am curious, how difficult is getting commercial loan?

He may potentially have difficulty obtaining financing, but it all depends on the mortgage broker, loan product, and underwriter for the new loan he's trying to get for a new home.

More than one way to skin a cat!

I ask the question because this could be a strategy to get Seller to have skin in the game for the assignment and work with me on price and it still allows me to reserve downward negotiation on the wholes sale price. 

I understand the difficulties of finding an agent that is willing to put in the time for the small reward.

They view them as trouble and will make your life difficult. I