Keep in mind that if you contact a private lender, the first questions they will ask will be about your deal.

I think I may be inputting wrong or confused as to what numbers/costs go where in the calculator since I'm initially using private money, then doing a cash-out refinance while using my own cash for renovations....

I am keen to know how private lenders rates usually compare vs banks.

I am keen to know how private lenders rates usually compare vs banks.

seller financing, private financing, hard money financing, partnering, joint venturing  

Would a private money lender be the best option?

In my career so far, I've bought and sold several businesses, and raised circa $80 million for both privately-owned and publicly-listed companies.For years I've been passively involved in Real Estate, renting out a property for decent cash flow, and continuing to educate myself for the "big push" into REI.

Dear BP - I was recently discussing my real estate goals with family over the holiday and another form of raising private money came up.

I am looking to take leap in my business this year by seeking out private money in the form of promissory notes so that I can pursue more and better opportunities.

@Bill Gulley   would appreciate your input here and your help on the project.AS this is going to be a private citizen not a Habitat type org.How would you structure this to make sure that the person doing this is successful.I want to make sure the job gets done.. your detailed thoughts on structure would be a good learning experience for others.