I've used those before for shot-term funding for renovations/rehabs in projects.

Do you mean it would need an architect because that's required by the jurisdiction, or because the project itself would need an architect's expertise?

This was the first property we carried flood insurance on, during our project.

What is the current return you are getting and what are the projected returns or plans with it, etc?

Can’t wait to see more of this project completed.   

I have always wanted to own rental properties and do some flip projects but just never started the path.

That would set you up and make it easier to scale to another or larger project.

Whether it’s for fix-and-flips, rentals, or other projects, I’d love to learn more about who you’ve worked with and what your experience has been like.Do you have any solid connections or recommendations for private lenders who use their own capital?

Are you leaning towards a buy and hold or a M/STR for your next project? 

Many of the folks I worked with back during the dawn of the internet business era have moved on, so this is a learning curve, but I’m embracing it.Partnerships are something I’m open to, whether it’s working on your projects or collaborating on future deals.