I started seeing how this could be a perfect starting point: bring value, build relationships, and earn while learning.

Does anyone have any advise on how to get into real estate with no money. 

(it's my first private money deal) …” I hope it’s not your last private money deal, Albert.

Fear comes from making random buys, hoping they work out, praying they don't loose money. 

Quote from @Steve Dorian: Would you consider using private money infusion in your investment properties?

It could be held in an investment account that earns higher interest, so long as it is liquid enough to use the funds when necessary.

This is one of those situations where hiring a CPA may save you much more money than what the CPA charges.  

--and that's why getting experience is so important--it will show you what you're good at and what you enjoy (and what you're not good at and what you don't enjoy).Experience shows you what you're good at in ways that school, books, videos, and even a mentor never can...if only my friend had volunteered in hospitals before he spent all that money and effort on his degree!

Traditional lenders have their place, but many successful investors use private money as a flexible alternative.Private money lending is essentially relationship-based financing — where individuals or small groups fund deals based on trust, experience, and the property’s potential rather than just credit scores or bank rules.

Borrowing against the policy allows you to keep your cash value growing in the policy (earn interest on borrowed money) and use the borrowed funds to invest (e.g., real estate, business).