If there are other implications beyond what you're saying here, and absolutely have to get in touch and/or get money (security deposits, etc.)...there's always private investigators.

Make sure you clearly identify the common areas (accessible to everyone living in the unit) and the private areas (like individual bedrooms).

During the mortgage crisis i worked as a loan officer for a very short period , in that time frame i saw how shady that part of the business was, customers where signing documents blind and for that very reason most lost their homes, everyone was taking full advantage of the situation and trying to get a wealthy as fast as possible before the party was over.What i dont like working with loan brokers/officers is that there is a lot of jargon in their paper work that they only understand , i wouldnt want to get stuck in bad mortgage deal .

Although primarily for owner-occupants, some private lenders offer similar renovation loans for investment properties.5.

There are many private flood insurers now.

I have a cousin who funds RE deals and he has a whole network of money people, so I am putting together a business plan to submit along with my financials and an investment proposal.I am coming from single family residential, and have only ever worked with hard money for short-term loans, and also some smaller amounts of private money.

A few quick tips:Run your numbers – Flip for a profit by factoring in renovation costs, holding costs, and market trends in the area.Line up financing early – If you're using a VA loan, it's great for long-term holds, but for a flip, hard money or private lenders might fit better.Build your team – Lean on your local contacts (family, friends, or contractors) to be your boots on the ground.

I am interested in using private money lending to make it happen.

You can try to talk to the seller about private financing and see if they are willing to play ball. 

ONLINE PRIVATE LISTINGSIf homeowners are looking to sell without a real estate agent, they’re likely on social media.