Wealthy Way How to Do Your First Real Estate Deal in 2026 With No Money (Step-by-Step Guide)
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Jan 22, 2026 Brian Davila, a seasoned real estate investor known for his flipping, rental, and private lending expertise, shares invaluable insights on starting real estate investing with zero cash. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, using partnerships and credit cards for initial deals. They explore creative financing methods like gap funding and emphasize wholesaling as a low-risk strategy for beginners. Brian also discusses the pros and cons of various strategies—including flipping, rentals, and wholesaling—equipping listeners with practical advice to succeed in 2026.
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Use Other People's Capital
- Believe starting in real estate with no money is possible and pursue it with confidence.
- Use other people's capital (partners, private lenders, or credit) instead of relying solely on your own funds.
First Deals: Credit Cards And JV Split
- Ryan Pineda funded his first deal by maxing credit cards and using about $50,000 across cards.
- Brian Davila's first deal involved being put on title while an experienced investor provided 100% of capital and they split profits.
Raise Private Money And Gap Fund
- Raise private money from friends/family, experienced private lenders, or partners and offer clear returns or profit splits.
- Use gap funding: combine a hard-money loan for most of purchase with a $50k–$100k private investor for down payment and rehab.