We have personally dealt with this situation several times and all lenders are not created equal.

I have read several real estate investment books, have watched and listened to over 300 hours of videos and pod-casts.

Several hard money lenders provide individuals an opportunity to invest in their portfolio of funded homes in various ways.

I am not sure if there are any Hill Country REI meetups out your way, but there are several meetups held in San Antonio, Austin, and in between. 

Nevertheless, the whole process these last months have been a hassle.Hurricane season is approaching within the 3-4 months, and with the condition of the house, we do not feel confident that it can with stand another severe storm.

That could cost several thousands, so check with your team to figure that one out. 

We got several GC candidates recommended by friends and families, but they are either not licensed (without insurance), or not wanting to pull permits, or quoting way more than others... 

Thank you.I went back through the studies from the last several years, and noticed a trend.At the peak 5 years ago, the reserve was funded at 56%.

We have also borrowed 'private funds' from a close friend (and are working on several other similar private lenders right now too) who is of retirement age and had funds to loan.

Depending on how much money you want to get there are several ways to get money out of equity in a property.