However I would not consider them to be truly passive because they do not put any skin into the game like a good passive investment does (via a sizable coinvestment).

They have more skin in the game then you do.Make sure you get clear title.

I think it takes a little moxie to do it and thick skin.

If they won’t do it they may connect you with someone who will. 250K is quite a bit of skin in the game as they say. 

If you look hard enough I am sure you can find someone to give you money but you are going to pay a high price especially if you have no skin in the game i.e. you are looking for purchase and rehab money. 

You could see about seller carry-backs for all or a portion of the DP, however; banks might not like this either as you don't have enough skin in the game. 

They have more skin in the game then you do.Make sure you get clear title.

I have no interest in that company, Steve probably has no clue as to who I am, so none of my skin in the game...but I think he gives some pretty good advice in that podcast.Rentals and wholesaling two total different ballgames. 

As a sponsor, I do not have any "skin in the game", I have not been licensed for a year yet, but eager to jump in.  

Most banks will want a personal guarantee and skin in each deal and reserves.