Qualified mortgages (VA, FHA, conventional etc.) get underwritten to Fannie/Freddie/Ginnie standards and get sold on the secondary market as securities.  

It's a very comprehensive of how to safely find and fund a private money loan secured by real estate that has a lot of equity protection.

It's in the BP bookstore and a comprehensive guide to finding and funding a private money loan safely and secured by real estate.

If you want the highest level of security, properly insure yourself and your investments.I don't think LLC shields are things you should put as a priority until you grow a sizable portfolio (10-15 plus with $1 million or more in equity).  

For borrowers with low or mid-range credit scores, what are some strategies for securing hard money loans?

I'm not an expert, but I'd say no you aren't due your potential profit.

@Marvin Bracamonte - If you bought you're first multi as a house hack I've heard you have to stay in the home for a year before you can then buy your second house hack under the presumption that you'll be living in the second multi and securing a loan as an owner occupant.

Often they are expert negotiaters during the give and take phase of the inspection process.

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