The questions posed relate to the AMOUNT of the acquisition fee and if the acquisition fee was in ADDITION TO A BROKER FEE.  

My fix: tighten the buy box, stack 2 exit plans, and front‑load contractor vetting with small test scopes before handing them the whole project.

I’m curious to hear from anyone who’s explored this model and how it stacked up against conventional financing.Thanks!

Edgar, love the hustle—stack skills and credibility now so doors open fast at 18.

To stack wins, lock your numbers and your team before demo: define your buy box and profit target, get two exit plans on every deal (sell or wholetail/rent if days-on-market stretch), line up funding and a backup lender, and get three bids with a needs vs. wants scope tied to ROI, not finishes.

Having that 6-12 months of total expenses (not just your portion) stacked in a high-yield savings account will let you sleep a lot better at night.

There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer—it’s more about your risk tolerance, financing strategy, and long-term goals.You’re on the right path—keep building relationships in Huntsville and stacking knowledge as you plan for 2026.

Hi Katlynn,Amen to this post and to info provided - I would also add:Know Your Why - Take the time to really dial in and stack the reasons you're in real estate investing from the beginning.

When you start stacking projects, I like a hybrid: separate, deal-specific loans for each property to keep books clean and exits flexible, plus a revolving line of credit as your shock absorber for earnest money, draws, and surprises.

Quote from @Frank Sichelle:For example, Rise48 has made the statement on one of their capital calls that if you contribute additional funds, the new funds will not only be in a priority position in the capital stack (which is normal) but they will also move the initial capital of those who contribute additional funds to also be in a priority position above the initial capital of those who do not contribute.