That said, they also tell me that the rewards are worth it, with high returns and strong relationships with repeat borrowers being common outcomes.So, if you're exploring hard money lending, I think focusing on transparency, speed, and offering flexible loan terms will go a long way.

Their expertise in structuring loans, especially for investment properties, was invaluable in securing the right terms for this deal.

However, long story short, yes there is, although I would recommend finding an advisor who is skilled in holistic financial planning that includes not just traditional stock market investments or real estate investments exclusively, but all investment strategies to help in your specific goals.In general though, you can either find a fee-only CFP that has expertise in real estate and other alternative investments, or you can find an advisor who is at the very least willing to have a conversation free of charge prior to any actual investments so they can give you a very good idea of whether they would be able to help you prior to beginning a relationship.

Each deal is going to have its own unique pluses and minuses, and in reality it is all about risk and reward.  

Starting a private money lending business can be rewarding, but it requires careful planning and a solid understanding of the real estate market.

I would think that if the tenant is paying for the addition, they would want to have a minimum of a 5 year lease, if not a 10 year lease in place in order to pay for the improvements.As in any real estate investment it is risk reward, I think with the current market and a stable vet tenant, that if you can get a 5+ year lease, it would be worth it to let them expand.If you are worried about value, you could always talk to a commercial real estate appraiser.

@Ashish Acharya, thanks for your expertise. 

@Rianna Mcgee how much did the posters of the videos want to charge you for their S8 "expertise"?

@Hunter SmithStarting your real estate journey in Southern Arkansas can be a rewarding experience.

There’s definitely a lot of opportunity there, and I'm sure you'll find it both rewarding and challenging.A key part of successful fix and flip projects is securing the right funding.