The ability to get funding in just a few days can make a world of difference, allowing investors to act quickly and lock in the best opportunities.I’m curious, in your experience, what strategies have you found most effective for building strong relationships with reliable direct lenders?

This straightforward process allows you to verify encumbrances before considering a property investment.Alternatively, engaging a title company can offer a more comprehensive approach to uncovering liens.

Unless you have heavy overhead and 1000+ LOs this is the most cost effective option 5.

I’m also making the property my primary residence to lower upfront costs, effectively turning it into a house hack.With this setup of me now occupying a room and not including utilities. 

He offers really good service, great cost effectiveness, and currently finished one in just around 3 months. 

Quote from @Chris Seveney: For those experienced in private lending: This question was posed to me in my membership group from an investor:What strategies have been most effective for scaling your loan volume to $5M+ per month?

Particularly for your first few properties, I'd highly recommend that you manage the property yourself (if possible), but that's usually only possible (or most effective) if you live near the property or visit it frequently.

Implement scalable systems and processes to effectively manage and grow your real estate holdings.

For RE owners, death allows you to pass assets to your heirs and step up in basis, effectively eliminating recapture.

Most STR markets have seasonality, and there are untold issues in the future that will effect cashflow.