Hey, I’m looking to connect and network with private individuals who lend money on real estate deals.

Traditional bank loans can be slow and have strict requirements, while hard money and private lending seem to offer more flexibility.For those who’ve secured funding before, what’s been your experience?

NMLS does not regulate private lenders.

If you use labels, it cuts down on the effectiveness a little but clear labels works better. 

Hello all. 
We will be almost doubling our portfolio next month (81 doors total). We will be paying nearly $50,000/year in property insurance. Insurance doesn't cover anything anymore and we can almost just pay for a...

I have the private money lined up for the 25% down payment.

I am familiar with being licensed thru nmls but never heard of any other type of certification  means nothing.. its just a private company non accredited.. 

Imagine a 4bed/2bath home with a small ADU in back, a converted garage with a private entrance, or a three-level home with a basement that can be converted into a private apartment.You can get privacy and house hack, but it takes a little more effort.

I've personally utilized private notes on three transactions and participated in another handful of negotiations with sellers on behalf of buyers in the past five years. 

What would be my best approach, I assume find a private lender and work out some deal with them.All questions and answers will help thank you.Normally the lender for the reverse mortgage will start a foreclosure.