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How do you evaluate a hard money or private money lender?
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Can other investors be used as private lenders to fund the purchase of a multi-family home? If possible, how to approach them with this idea? This is an option I was wondering since I do not have family and friends to...
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What are some good questions to ask a lender to determine if they are legitimate or a scammer? What are some things to look out for? Also, I’m assuming someone with a website is not a private lender.
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Hey BP, I am planning on trying my hand with some flips in 2023! I have a lead funnel to find deals, and a contractor ready to go my hang up is reliable financing. looking for investor first hand feedback on a reliabl...
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Hey guys,So I just started my real estate journey a few months ago. I bought my first rental with a conventional loan. My question is this; what financing methods would you say is recommended for my next few propertie...
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Quick context for me: I'm 28 and purchased my first home (multifamily) in early 2021. The rehab of one unit was very costly, but I've ended up with a homerun with my interest rate and my current equity value. Since th...
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BP family, I am a new investor in the Grand Forks North Dakota area and am wondering what type of rates to expect and or offer when looking to gain Private money. Additionally, what are your experiences with finding ...
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Hey guys,
I have come across a couple lists of high net worth people who have been lenders on private mortgages in the local county and I am considering sending them a letter seeking REI loans. I have read all the p...
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I have a great cash-flowing rental property currently that I am grateful for!Looking to get the equity out for other real estate investments.Currently I have 12 yrs left on a 15yr 3% Loan.Looking to get between 140-17...
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How can I find hard money and private money for my first deal? Where can I find rental properties in Chicago?