TrueDoor appears to have a great reputation online, I'll be giving them a call.

As long as you are comfortable with the sponsor (Brian has a solid reputation) and the opportunity meets your criteria, then it is your decision to move forward with the investment.

It shows how closing deals and building a solid reputation attracts off-market opportunities.

I hired a contractor with a solid reputation for working with international investors, and we agreed on a total cost of $495K, to be paid in stages.

They are a reputable company. 

My advice would be try and find a reputable investor friendly Realtor in the area 1st and foremost.

The credit unions tend to have lower fees and offer solid business products.

From what I’ve seen, firms like Exeter 1031 Exchange or Asset Preservation, Inc. have solid reputations for guiding investors through the process efficiently.

You and this private person you met hammer out the details of the loan at the kitchen table so to speak and you seal it with a handshake and your reputation that this Private Person already respects or whomever introduced has vouched for you.But if a man opens a lending company tomorrow with 50 Million of his own capital and he checks in on the HML market to see what it bears and he copies his products and UW guidelines and now is he PML or HML? 

A loan commitment letter carries more weight as it confirms lender approval, signaling a stronger ability to close.Addressing Closing Concerns: A commitment letter meaningfully reduces concerns, especially when paired with proof of equity and a track record of performance, even if on smaller deals.What Brokers Look For: Key factors are a reputable lender, clear terms in the commitment, and evidence of funds for equity and reserves.