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Private money How did you add value to the deal?

I'm looking for cash out refi money (maybe private) for several SFR rentals in cleveland OH.

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I've seen that local banks tend to be the best option for this so if your local banks don't offer it then maybe private money could be the route.

Like @Laura Chotkevys said, you can raise money, creatively finance from the seller, partner, get lower money down loans (SBA - although this is harder for the first deal sometimes), get a private note... lots of ways to go about this with low money down if you put in the work and know how much you need. 

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

I just sent you a private message

There are hard money and private lenders that can offer you short term loans for the purchase price and rehab.