This may be because (1) until recently interest rates were trending lower so if the lender is getting a higher rate on subject note than he can obtain on new note there’s no monetary incentive to call the note (2) in the past technology did not exist to identify the property transfers (ten years ago county recording docs were not online) and (3) the lenders rather collect payments than own property.  

None of us are as smart as we think we are when an investment goes right.Lastly, I'll borrow a thought from Morgan Housel - don't seek the investments with the best returns; seek the investments that will allow me to make an average return for the longest period of time.

Smart investors first focus on finding quality properties—such as those in thriving areas of Brooklyn or potential neighborhoods around Manhattan—and then reverse engineer the process by improving management, optimizing rental structures, or enhancing facilities to make it worthwhile.

Just make sure to research your local rental market and get comfortable estimating rehab costs.It’s a smart plan, and you’re off to a great start.

Much better chance of posting in classifieds here - if Facebook the group that taught you that it's smart to get this type of funding may have people as well. 

I'm still waiting for luck;-) Actually, when I work Hard/Smart luck does appear;-)

Also, many may disagree with me here but in my book, a smart and savvy attorney can make the case they are alleging.

Starting with a mentor is very smart – it really cuts down on the learning curve, especially with something like a fix & flip.

We also have a bank account at a smaller Chicago community bank, but there technology isn't as good to be honest.I think @Jonathan Greene's main point is don't step over dollars to pick up pennies. 

Marin is expensive and though we want to live in Marin, I think it’s smart to look at other markets for investing.