We do some private lending and we do not trust the borrower.

Are you sticking to traditional banks, exploring private lenders, partnerships, or maybe something creative like seller financing?

Wholesaling, investing in REITs, private lending, and micro-investing platforms can diversify properties.

It is safe to assume that Oceanpointe is not going to respond to anyone at this point.File a complaint with Indiana Attorney General online and it wouldn't be a bad idea to find a private attorney as well.

Verifying the use of the money and confirming in writing that it’s for a business purpose are integral parts of any private loan.

Here are some common pitfalls I see for new investors from the private lending perspective:• Insufficient Funds: most lenders are going to be able to lend a first-time investor somewhere around 75-80% of the purchase price of an existing property + 100% of your estimated rehab budget (or an 80/100 loan, for short).

I'm curious to hear from others across the US what innovative strategies their municipalities have successfully implemented to incentivize development and promote housing affordability through private investment and cooperation. 

Private investments are not.

They're a conduit lender, so they require more documentation than a mortgage fund or private individual would request. 

He is also an investor as well so he “gets it”happy to privately share his info.