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Shan Vincent Has anyone used WealthAbility?
26 November 2025 | 159 replies
Commercial require you to have at least 20% skin in the game correct?
Jeanette Land Cleaning business in Milwaukee
29 September 2025 | 13 replies
I use Bob Dummer at P&C Insurance but also check with Jerad Steinfeld at Cream City Insurance and Tone Ly at Rectify Services. 
Nathan Gesner Real Estate Syndications: Who's Taken the Leap and How Did It Pay Off?
4 October 2025 | 38 replies
I've seen some well-known syndicators brag about having "skin in the game" when the truth is they invest $100,000 in $25 million deal but take home $250,000 or more in fees.
Case Mccarthy 100% financing, is this smart?
2 October 2025 | 6 replies
lenders really, really, really, need the borrower to have "skin in the game".100% financing, something goes sideways, and borrower just walks away...
Axel Corado Starting out, any advice?
7 October 2025 | 15 replies
Generally lenders want some skin in the game especially if you are new.
Scott Johnson Do Real Estate Agents ACTUALLY Help Investors? (Asking as a Broker)
10 October 2025 | 28 replies
In your transactions, the broker has “skin in the game” to be able to get some of that profit.
Robert Liu New build with delta build services in Cape Coral
15 October 2025 | 72 replies
The deposit amount when working with a lender comes from the lender - it is basically the amount of skin the lender wants you to have in the game. 
Brandon Lee How Investors Are Getting Their First Fix & Flip Financed
2 October 2025 | 4 replies
Every lender has slightly different requirements, but here are some of the common criteria we look for:Property Ownership / Purchase Agreement – You’ll need to show either a purchase contract or proof of current ownership if it’s a refinance.Exit Strategy – Whether it’s a flip, refinance into long-term financing, or a sale, the lender wants to understand how the loan will be paid off.Credit Profile – While perfect credit isn’t required, most lenders will still check for recent bankruptcies, foreclosures, or major delinquencies.Down Payment / Skin in the Game – Typically expect 20% down on a purchase. 
Remington Lyman The Downfall of BiggerPockets Forums?
23 October 2025 | 276 replies
Personally, I can't imagine being so thin-skinned that someone changing or taking down one of my posts would lead me to throw a fit or leave in a huff, but that's just me.
Ed Furst Looking for Insight on Hard Money Lending – Central Florida & Michigan
3 October 2025 | 11 replies
On a Ground-up loan, lenders generally want to see more skin in the game.