Hard Money Lending Blog
Discover the latest trends in real estate investment. Our experts share their knowledge of hard money lending aimed at brokers, borrowers, investors, and vendors.
Rent Control Laws in California – How new restrictions may affect real estate investors
Rent rates have been rising in major metropolitan centers throughout the United States, particularly in regions where new home starts have failed to...
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Why commercial lenders are asking for ‘acknowledgements of borrower health’
It’s never too late to apply for a loan to cover the expense of opening or expanding a business, or for real estate investment. Many people remain...
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Renting Out a House or Apartment – A Guide to Rental Properties
It’s one thing to rent out a home, or self-manage a multi-family rental property, but it’s another thing entirely to do it profitably. Whether you’re...
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Peer-to-Peer Lending Runs into Trouble in China, Raises Concerns About U.S. Platforms
Not too long ago, we voiced concerns about the increasingly popular concept ‘crowdfunding’ (also known as peer-to-peer or P2P lending). In short,...
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Underwriting Private Loans – Core Principles & Processes
Conventional lenders typically evaluate loan opportunities by analyzing what is known as the “Five C’s” – character, capacity, collateral, capital,...
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Real Estate Market Compression Endangers Lenders & Investors
For the first time in several years, lenders are raising their rates, in response to the rising prime rate and the continued shortfall in home...
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Five Tips for Staging a Comeback after an Unprofitable House Flip
Successful fix-and-flips deliver profits, but even veteran home rehabbers occasionally encounter challenges that result in money-losing deals. A...
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Hard Money Lenders Must Be Cautious of Borrowers’ Criminal Activities
If you follow Sacramento news, you likely heard about how more than 500 government agents—representing federal, state, and local government...
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What Does a Real Estate Fund Manager Do?
When we sit down and talk to accredited investors about investing in our hard money loans, we often discuss the value of having a fund manager who...
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