was wondering do hard money lenders usally charge a upfront processing fee? just dont wanna get scammed

I have got a question on paying your contractors for a smaller rehab. -- Is it best on smaller rehabs to pay your contractors per job or to pay them just at the end of the jobs if it should not take more than 1-2 week...

At what point in the application process do you ask an applicant to submit a background and/or credit check? Is it in conjunction with the rental application? Or is it after you've reviewed the application, checked re...

How do you keep a private investor from screwing you over by backing out of the deal at the last minute?

Hello,I reached out to 5 private lenders and only two of them seemed legit. I spent almost a week going back and forth with them but in the end they both wanted a $800 plus upfront fee. One sent me a nice certified le...

What are you all opinion on using hard money to do a flip?

I’m currently in the process of finding a house to do my first flip. I initially planned on funding the whole deal with my own cash but am  also interested in learning more about financing. My realtor introduced me to...

Preamble:Howdy! I currently own a rental property in Boston which I house hacked and am actively trying to acquire another to do the same. However, the market in my area is very hot, and I haven't been able to find/wi...

Good morning,To start, I am new to Bigger Pockets and the forums an would like to say hello to everyone!The subject at hand is the house that I am currently living in.  I am looking to move into a different home and a...

My state real estate exam is next week and I fully expect to pass.  I am looking to meet with some local brokers who would be interested in a part time agent.  I do plan on keeping my job for now.  I already have a fe...