We have several properties in this area.

Even trusting a brand new GC who's licensed/"qualified" is a risk from out of state, let alone out of country.

My goal is to help my clients (and myself) make smart, practical decisions that balance cash flow, scalability, and risk which is crucial I know real estata is risky I have raised over 20 million dollars in Business Funding over last 3 years.

And therein lies the risk of high-leverage.  

The CA notes were 12% with not much risk so at least that amount. 

Gap lenders look at deals similarly to tru private lenders: case by case, risk of deal combined with risk of borrower.

In-person interactions are great for building trust with potential investors.Real Estate Platforms:BiggerPockets: A robust platform for connecting with private lenders and investors.Fund That Flip, PeerStreet, Groundfloor: Online platforms connecting investors with real estate projects.Social Media Groups: Facebook and LinkedIn groups dedicated to real estate investing often have private investors or lenders looking to connect.Personal Network: Often overlooked, but friends, family, and colleagues may know individuals interested in investing.Private Money Brokers: If you're working on wholesaling deals, you may find brokers who have established relationships with private money lenders.Real Estate Agents: Some agents have connections with private investors, especially those focused on investment properties.For your 50% LTV, it's good to approach investors who may be interested in lower-risk, high-equity deals.

There is also podcastguests.com as well as several facebook groups where you can find people to get on other podcasts. 

very high risk even I only do them with very specific investors in mind and a plan. we dont flip land we develop every one. 

How do you balance the risks of holding during a market dip versus the rewards of appreciation?