Finding the private money seemed to be the biggest challenge my friend has had while doing this. 

This was a few years ago, but at that time as I recall they were looking to do more long-term property leases over owning properties and doing pretty landlord friendly leases where they would do repairs and even pay property taxes. 

I'm friends with one of your colleagues at CSSI Brenda Reding. 

Regular Inspections: Conduct frequent site visits to monitor progress and ensure quality standards are met.

Did you live in the property during renovation b.) how frequently you renovate and sell properties b.) your intention at the time of purchasing the property.

@Yents Ybrimovic If the 203k loan only requires 3.5% down and you can finance all the repairs in the loan - then what exactly is your friend contributing?

Get the judgment and frequently the court personnel will instruct you on how you can collect.

I frequent the MKE events.Leverage Your Skills: Highlight your project management expertise and strong contractor relationships when negotiating deals.

The first thing I'd recommend is focus on a market where you either 1) currently or have previously lived, 2) have family/friends that live there, or 3) travel to/vacation there frequently.

If you’re looking to connect with private lenders, start by tapping into your existing network—friends, family, and colleagues can often be a great starting point.