I would like to get Private Money Investors for Buy & Hold Investments .. but what is the standard ROI or deal structure for this type of funding?

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As flips dry up, smart lenders will be looking for safe uses of their cash.Alternately, if you know anyone, there are always private money loans you might obtain from personal contacts if you offer them higher than CD/savings account rates.

Chances are likely rehab costs will include extensive plumbing & electrical, both high ticket items.

How did the seller get 8% underwater on a NOO, did the market drop that far, 33% or did the seller cash out with private money dumping on them?

One way would be to identify some hard/private money lenders in your area.

Google search and craigslist have helped me find a few lenders but also a few con men.Even my private lender wants me to fund 10% + closing costs.Is there some kind of way to make the original scenario work?

If you have a hardmoney lender or private funding or even money in the bank yourself a letter showing proof of funds from the financier will do.Kudos,Mary

I know a major factor is that roof and finding out how extensive that damage is.

A couple of these friends have stated that they would be interested in investing from a private lending standpoint, but do not have the time to "mentor" a new investor, or the experience to invest in RE themselves.