Private money leads around Grand Rapids, MI

[Jonathan Thrasher]

Hey everyone. Today has been a bit of a roller coaster of emotion. This morning we got a call from the bank and it looked as though our financing was finally going to go through. We went to look at a house with good potential and were thinking of making and offer if the bank confirmed financing. I was really getting excited that things were finally going to start happening and then we just heard from the bank that our HELOC application was denied.

So.... we are going to keep checking with small local banks but wanted to explore some other options too.  Does anyone have any good leads for private lenders in Grand Rapids?   My house is owned free & clear worth around $125k

Worst case scenario is I just sell my house and use the money but I'd like to avoid having to find another place to live if I can.  I wouldn't mind house hacking but duplexes are in short supply around here it seems.  

Thanks for the help.