Plus, the relationship-based nature of private lending can lead to more long-term, win-win partnerships.Banks definitely have their place for more traditional loans, but for many investors, the convenience of private lending outweighs the higher rates—especially when time is money!

Besides, anybody can just come and take whatever they want, I would not have any proof.I would like to get my keys back by giving them a legitimate reason without getting our relationship gone bad. 

Financing- build a relationship with a regional banker, don’t shop for interest rates, start small and build history and loyalty they are your team, Cross collateralize, deposit CD/MM or custodial account with bank for loan, give them monthly updates, nail your deal analysis, do stress tests on your deal analysis-cost/interest rate/deal length/ sale price etc. 12.

I try to not have a lot of "rules", but writing out some expectations can go a long way in resolving conflicts down the road and hopefully not ruining relationships/ friendships.happy to go over more specifics with you if you'd like!

Off-market pocket listing from a long-time broker relationship How did you finance this deal?

Off-market pocket listing from a long-time broker relationship How did you finance this deal?

I've read that this business has a lot to do with relationships to get the supply. 

I'd see if the employer would let me receive part or all of the bonus in 2025 for a number of reasons:- More time to pursue and execute tax-saving strategies- (Possibly) more time to hold on to the $$$ before taxes are due (2026 vs 2025)- Chance that, post-election, there is a possibility that there could be tax changes effective 2025 that could possibly help your situation. 

There are plenty of valuable contacts, relationships to create & grow, helpful bits of information, etc.3 things I'd recommend for a new BP member looking to make the most of the platform:1.

You are likely blending PMLs with HMLs here, most PMLs lend on a relationship basis and most HMLs underwrite the credit profile and risk of a deal.