And do I have to close this deal with short term private money lending first then get the equity partner in afterwards?

Consider Different Loan Options: Explore various financing options, including conventional mortgages, portfolio loans, or even private lenders.

does anyone know of a credit union, or private lender who does cash out refinance on lots of land??

A “sort of” competitor of mine who ran a small private lending fund was always operating in a fiduciary way vis a vi his investor’s capital.

It's great to have you here, and I'm excited to help you expand your real estate investing knowledge and network.As a private lender, I'd be happy to assist you with funding your residential real estate investments or answer any other questions you may have.

Hi,What advice could you give to someone starting  a Private  Money Lender business? 

Message me privately because I think we can't share links or numbers here.

You may want to privately find out from the buyer what his tenant criteria are.

You would probably otherwise be limited to private equitable remedies. 

So sorry to hear about your house being completely gone.Get with FEMA as soon as you can and get the balls rolling as well as your private flood insurance.