As others have mentioned they will be putting a lot of time and effort into this so it is important to have an agreement that protects them as well and allows them to do their job.

This gives you a more realistic picture and protects you from unexpected surprises.

Short-term rentals are great when cash flow is strong, but with profit margins shrinking, switching to a long-term rental could add some stability.

This ensures that when the borrower exits, the title company is aware of the JV agreement, further protecting the investor’s interests.I’m just blown away at how hard it is to find people to do this since it quite honestly is a solid deal with the ins-and-outs planned out already. 

There's an adage in several sports about critical things like protective gear: "a $10 helmet for a $10 head."

Quote from @Scott Tennell: For real estate investors who have worked with private money lenders, what strategies have you found most effective in structuring deals to ensure both parties are protected and the funding process runs smoothly? 

Affordable Housing Incentives -While SB 9 encourages new development, it also includes provisions to protect existing tenants and preserve affordability.

Then again, if you’re talking about a mortgage on your personal residence, and you live in a state with an unlimited homestead exemption for creditor attachment like Texas or Florida, there’s an asset protection consideration as well.   

I'm thinking of switching to another title company but I'm not sure if that would just waste more time. 

exactly I fund wholesalers in SC all the time.. its a boon to my business  :)  these laws are sweeping the nation.. its consumer protection U just have to many deals go wonky and complaints are filed so regulators are finally taking notice to this acitivty..