When it comes to an investment property, there are typically a pair of options to choose from: rent or sell. Selling is generally considered a short term solution while renting is a long term investor strategy. Each option has its pros and cons, though one may be a wiser option for you than the other....Read More

With hard money loans, the interest rates are largely based on risk versus a borrower’s credit score. It’s important not to confuse them with equity loans, which are issued by banks after evaluating the value of a home and the borrower’s credit score. A hard money loan is a viable solution if money is needed...Read More

When you’re applying for a hard money loan, you may only deal with one or two people during the process. Behind the scenes, however, there may be several players that are contributing towards getting you the money you need quickly. It typically starts with the private lender who is responsible for originating the loan and...Read More

If you’re just getting started with the world of hard money lending, you may be wondering whether an uptick in federal interest rates will affect the rates for a hard money loan. To put it simply, hard money loans rates are affected by supply and demand. Supply and demand play a pivotal role when it...Read More

We’ve mentioned a couple of reasons why people choose to go with hard money loans, including those with poor credit, a need to close as quickly as possible, or needs involving short term financing versus the typical bank financing which takes years. There are other reasons you may not be aware of, which we’ll look...Read More

A goal shared by many investors is snagging a great real estate deal. To achieve that, however, there is a significant amount of due diligence required to ensure that the deal is, in fact, a good one. With that in mind, there are simple ways to spot signs that may sway you to think twice....Read More

It’s widely known that investment property is a worthwhile way to build wealth, provided the property is being sold for a sum greater than the investment. When it comes time to move property out of your investment portfolio, there are several steps to consider to improve the odds of a greater return on investment. Start...Read More

Are you unsure if a hard money loan is what you need to manage your financial situation or purchase the home you been considering? There are a couple of signs that may help with determining whether you need hard money lending. You require quick money. Maybe you’re an existing homeowner and you’d like to purchase...Read More

  A prospective investor may come across a potential investment property only to find they are unable to secure the financing they need because of their credit score or lack thereof. If your credit is stopping you from receiving the funding you need, perhaps a re-evaluation of strategy and obtaining financing from Monroe Funding Corp...Read More

Are you looking to refinance? You may wish to consider a hard money loan. As we’ve stated in the past, a major perk of a hard money loan is how it can function as a short-term loan. With these loans, it’s not about the credit as it is based largely on real estate value. For...Read More