@Mariah SanchezGreat job on taking action & asking questionsBest bet is to find an agent who is trustworthy (ask here on BP for referrals - everyone is super helpful).

Initially we put the first one on the market, it sold within 2 days at $190K to a buyer with an FHA loan.

Initial offering prices are dropping (slightly) in this range and houses are on the market longer.Observation 3. 

Their bet was on appreciation, though

We are giving each other a 5 year commitment; at which time each partner can ask to be bought out of his 50%, either by the initial partner or by somebody else, or the partners can agree to sell the property and cash out 50/50 on any profits. 

You bet!

The Lender Said:  "A $850 payment covers borrower's credit check and basic administrative costs before a loan transfer will be initiated.

Then after that my goal is to eventually get a building for rental purposes with multiple units but I would start with a duplex after the initial flip.

I’d suggest your best bet is to go to your local roofers supply and ask for references.

We will offer funds upto a maximum of 75% lien to value (LTV) or $150,000.The initial estimate is free and has no commitments tied to it.