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5 February 2025 | 17 replies
In over 15 years of lending our money privately, here are the most common questions we are asked by potential borrowers.
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10 February 2025 | 5 replies
Belly to Belly is the best way for private money..
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16 February 2025 | 16 replies
And these would generally be 12% so you blend the 8% bank money and the 12% private money to get your rate..
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7 February 2025 | 0 replies
Since then, they have operated under government control, but privatization has been a recurring topic of debate.Why Privatization is Being ConsideredSecretary Turner, along with some policymakers and industry leaders, argues that privatizing the GSEs could reduce taxpayer exposure, increase market efficiency, and encourage more private sector participation in mortgage lending.
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12 February 2025 | 1 reply
.: Its typical for real estate investors to hire a private home/building inspectors to inspect a real estate property before they buy it.
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11 February 2025 | 15 replies
I just don't know where to find a private lender as anything I have googled looks to be for businesses or a scam.
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6 February 2025 | 3 replies
I've got a private investor though if the right deal presents itself for a larger reno.
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16 February 2025 | 18 replies
I am currently reading books and educating myself about private lending.
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8 February 2025 | 3 replies
Following this discovery, he promptly contacted his attorney to dissolve the LLC.Additional Questionable Entities:Dogwood Capital InvestmentsM&M Capital Finance LLCKey Takeaways:Conduct Thorough Research: Always verify a company's registration with state and local authorities.Scrutinize Documentation: Examine identification and corporate documents closely for inconsistencies.Verify Contact Information: Ensure that all provided phone numbers and addresses are legitimate and connected to the entity.Be Cautious with Payment: Avoid wiring funds without extensive verification of the recipient's identity and legitimacy.While the majority of direct and private lenders operate ethically, even a single fraudulent interaction can damage your reputation and finances.
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17 February 2025 | 0 replies
Is a private money lender3.