It’s not easy to look past the skeptics, but your approach clearly paid off.As a Direct lender, I appreciate seeing how you creatively structured the deal with owner financing for the purchase and private money for the rehab.

Should it be a percentage of net profits, a fixed fee, or another structure?

The financing structure includes a hard money lender holding the first lien and private money lenders holding the second lien.

No problem if the salary structure is the same, but if there is any sort of commission income involved, and you need that commission income to qualify for the refi then waiting could cause issues. 

✅ Foundation – Uncover structural issues that could lead to costly repairs.✅ HVAC System – Ensure heating and cooling systems are operating efficiently.✅ Electrical – Identify faulty wiring or outdated equipment that could be a safety hazard.✅ Plumbing – Detect leaks or hidden damage before they escalate into major expenses.A small investment in a home inspection can save you thousands in unexpected repairs and help protect your bottom line.Do you get a property inspected before making an investment decision?

How do you typically find your lenders, and what’s worked best for structuring deals?

Something to look for that may result in better communication is looking for a company that has a "portfolio" structure.

As part of my strategy, I would like to build an master bath/bed extension, with its own entrance, to the three bedroom, two bath home mentioned in a different post.A 20'x15' (could be smaller) structure that can accomodate the bedroom and the bathroom.

Seeing how others structure their numbers and track growth can be super helpful.

The DST structure is a direct, passive and fractional interest in institutional quality real estate which allows for flexibility and diversification.