I mean I guess if a lender has no idea what they are doing you could but I would sure not plan on it. 

Theoretically, I could advertise "no deposit" and charge something like a $500 move in fee, which is non refundable.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

@Sean Haran- thanks ...if you havent already done this - make sure to get fully pre approved with a lender  in order to make sure you can qualify for the loan amt you think you will need .

Finding good contractors, negotiating & budgeting Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

The property is under my LLC and one lender said they can do HELOCs just not under my LLC only under my name. 

You'll start seeing the same recommended title companies and hard money lenders.

Hey @Hunter GibsonI am a local lender in the area and I've helped multiple investors in Cincinnati.

Hi BP,What is the typical arrangement for partnerships when one partner does not have capital to invest but they have all the other elements:Partner 1:Owner-occupied,  Great credit, No capitalPartner 2: Non-owner occupied, Capital , Great credit Does partner 1 get a percentage of equity plus percentage of cash flow? 

Speak with a VA lender for specifics, but you can 100% do it.Good luck!