In many states, an LLC can keep your name off public records, which is great if you prefer to keep your ownership private or avoid being directly associated with the property.Having an LLC also makes you look more professional.

I've been doing Private Money Lending/Partnering since 2021 which is very passive for example.

Quote from @Rob Williams: Hi everyone,I’m looking for advice on effective ways to connect with private investors locally interested in senior living land development.

Hey @Andrew Bosco I have not personally done it but some of the biggest data centers are going up in central OH. 

The biggest takeaway from this deal was the importance of balancing renovation costs with market potential.

Advertising an illegal, non-conforming basement for rent, whether publicly or privately, out right violates local laws. 

I have nothing bad to say about them since I haven't worked directly with them and they must be doing something right if they are one of the biggest ones in the area.

The biggest mistake new investors make is to walk a property, maybe explain in general terms what they want and then let the contractor come up with the SoW.For a bedroom this could be:- replace carpet- repair closet dooror- remove carpet- remove curtains, nails and screws- replace closet doors, entry door SKU#- replace window SKU#- refinish hardwood floors 144 sqft, clear/oil-based- prep and paint all woodwork- patch walls, texture, paint walls eggshell white clay, ceiling flat white- replace light fixture SKU#, replace lightswitch w decora/white, replace 3 outlets&covers- install blinds SKU#Obviously, the cost would be quite different.

Is the lender a bank/credit union or hard/private money?

The real estate investor has advertised on this site, and continues to advertise joint ventures and private money deals in multiple states.