Realistically, what would you want to see from a private lender?

I bet no more than 5% of the population is in high fire risk areas.  

I was born and raised in Idaho and I would bet my life savings that 9 out of 10 people when faced with an incident where they need to act quickly and correctly with a gun and actually shoot at someone would either a.

Live in new home while it appreciates for 10 years until I get a faculty housing spot, sell private market house, put proceeds (minus downpayment) in bank for retirement (I estimate this will be 1.3 mil before capital gains and real estate fees based on 7% growth in a very desirable Southern California location), and take out new loan for lower cost faculty housing.

I'm curious if you have considered approaching local non profits that might want a private partner.

The law allows a private person to create a contract for a property they want to buy or sell.

.: Quote from @Xin-Ran Jiang: But when they bring up the syndication approach of LP+GP, that they will help me raising 35% down payment from private money in exchange of 65% share of ownership, I shocked.

I financed this deal through a private lender, which provided the flexibility and speed needed to close quickly.

I financed this deal using a combination of cash and a private lender.

Our sneaky duplex is a cozy, private guest suite tucked right inside our home.