The regulators won't like that.I know you're thinking and trying to put a deal together, I'm just trying to keep you out of trouble!

We better learn from our mistakes and insure that these institutions are adequately regulated.

There are regulations around modifications and having a servicer who is licensed or an experienced real estate attorney will be required.

Sorry, I don't see a company that makes hard money loans by taking in funds from private individual any different.But again, as Bill points out, these terms aren't trademarked and their usage isn't regulated by the SEC or any banking organization.

Investment advisor, broker, consultant, agent and manager are all issues regulated by the SEC.

If they are really down-sizing the commercial department.And it could be the bank has problems and regulators want the collateral reviewed, inwhich case you might be prepared to seek other financing for renewal.

-Steven the Tax GuyYour guide to IRS laws, rules and regulations.

-Steven the Tax GuyYour guide to IRS laws, rules and regulations.

-Steven the Tax GuyYour guide to IRS laws, rules and regulations.

Don't approach any owner in foreclosure as a consultant to "assist" them in the foreclosure process, that is a regulated matter for qualified counselors in non-profits, credit consultants and attorneys.