Quote from @Jay Hinrichs:
well have been a PML HML since the late 80s.
benefits are:
1. Speed generally
2. little more flexibility in ARV LTV
3. availability of capital.. the banks after the GFC pretty much stopped fix and flip lending Granted your top tier clients can still get these loans. However those with no to very limited experience will never get a fix and flip loan from a bank.
4. Repayment options can be more flexible like in my case I do everything on accrual this really helps flippers when they dont have to make monthly payments.
Downside:
1. Pricing higher than a bank ( if you can actually get a bank to lend you money in the first place)
2. And this is a biggee wading through the fake lenders or the Joker brokers that tell you what you want to hear but cant get the deals funded and you lose the deal and a lot of money.
3. with actual PML private people usually have very limited funds so cant scale with them.. they can have a life event and just stop doing loans all together.. Much more emotion into the deals.
Hi,
Thank you for sharing your experience and insights from being in the private money lending (PML) and hard money lending (HML) space for decades. It's clear that the evolving market, especially post-GFC have shaped your perspective, and you've outlined some valuable points about the flexibility and challenges of private lending.
The flexibility in ARV and LTV is such a huge advantage, especially for investors who might not have traditional financing options. I also completely understand the frustration of navigating through "Joker brokers" and fake lenders who promise more than they can deliver—one of the biggest challenges in the industry today.
Regarding your approach to accrual-based repayment options, that’s a huge help for flippers managing tight cash flow, and it's great that you offer that flexibility. I’d love to connect and see how we could collaborate or share knowledge further.
Would you be open to discussing how we might work together or how we can support each other in the private lending space? Feel free to send me your preferred contact details or schedule a time that works for you.
Looking forward to connect!