How do you become a broker for hard money lending? 

I had a similar idea (having one of the mortgage brokers I know underwrite any prospective buyers.

I'm a licensed mortgage broker and have closed loans with clients out of the country.

Since I am a Real Estate Broker I was able to negotiate the contract and purchase it less than asking price.

If you can find $1,500 insurance for a quad, we would all love to know that broker. 

To get familiar with the area, network through local real estate groups like AZREIA, connect with multifamily brokers, and explore neighborhoods firsthand to assess tenant demand. 

Our last deal we engaged a mortgage broker that also brought a Private Equity LP (Limited Partner) to the deal. 

Why can't you merely network with real estate brokers and find a 60-unit apartment deal?

Also, you can possibly take equity out of your current properties instead of taking out a construction/hard money loans.Purchase and Rehab Financing:If you are doing simple purchase and rehab (not ground up), then it's not that hard to qualify and you just need to right broker/program.

I'm a local real estate broker, investor, and manager (100+ rentals, mostly Airbnb/STR and multifamily).House hacking is a tried-and-true method and in Sacramento you can produce some meaningful income while enjoying the appreciation and tax benefits of owning real estate.