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

Most will only loan 70% and they want you to have some skin in the game.Other options are for equity partner or Joint Venture partners. 

If the buyer doesn't have skin in the game then they aren't "in the game".

That local partner can then become our eyes and ears who has skin in the game with us. 

I will use my knowledge in the home inspection field, owning and operating my home inspection business, the relationships i will make during that time, my experience in being a landlord and my knowledge as an licensed electrician and home inspector to help convince my investors that i am serious and have the skin in the game to get deals done.

There are more ways to skin this cat than short sales.

Agents are content making 100k/year with 0 skin in the game.

Most sellers may want to see 25% down, to show you have some skin in the game.

I did not really find many bad reviews, no glowing ones either.

You'll definitely want to plan on having some "Skin in the Game" - and if you don't have it, find a partner who does!