Author

Dave Van Horn

Dave Van Horn is a veteran real estate investor and founder of PPR Capital Management, a private equity firm that invests in both mortgages and commercial real estate, providing risk-adjusted passive returns for investors while improving communities nationwide. Dave’s expertise is derived from over 35 years of residential and commercial real estate experience as a licensed Realtor, real estate investor, and private lender.

Experience

Beginning his career in construction and as a Realtor, Dave bought his first investment property in 1989. After years of managing his own construction business, Dave became a full-time real estate investor, specializing in fix and flips, buy and holds, and eventually commercial projects, before moving into the fund management space in 2007.

Over the past decade, Dave has also invested his time into becoming a connector and educator, who helps others achieve success. He focuses jointly on helping accredited investors build and preserve wealth with his group Strategic Investor Alliance and with general audiences through the annual MidAtlantic Real Estate Investor Summit.

Dave has also shared his strategies and experiences with real estate and note investing in articles published on BiggerPockets and Forbes, along with his acclaimed book Real Estate Note Investing.

Press

Dave has been featured on the BiggerPockets Podcast twice (shows 28 and 273), as well as episodes of familiar podcasts, including Joe Fairless’ Best Ever Show, Invest Like a Boss, Cashflow Ninja, and many others. He also has been a guest of Herb Cohen’s on Executive Leaders Radio, which airs nationwide.

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Experience

Dave has also shared his strategies and experiences with real estate and note investing in articles published on BiggerPockets and Forbes, along with his acclaimed book Real Estate Note Investing.

Press

Follow

Dave’s LinkedIn
PPR on LinkedIn
PPR on Facebook
Twitter @DaveVanHornPPR

Private Money 7 min read

Jul 22, 2017Feb 17, 2024 Dave Van Horn

7 Truths About Private Money That Will Help You Raise Capital

We all have beliefs about money, most of which have come from our childhood and education. Often, these beliefs are untrue, misconstrued, or limiting.

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Jul 14, 2017Mar 16, 2021 Dave Van Horn

How to Prepare for Your First Ever Note Investment

My best advice for starting out in notes besides learning as much as you can and joining groups is to start out slow & easy until you have more experience.

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Jul 06, 2017Mar 16, 2021 Dave Van Horn

5 Types of Insurance You May Need in Your Lifetime

The world of insurance can be difficult to understand. How do you know which options are right for you? When should you obtain or increase coverage?

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Jun 16, 2017Mar 16, 2021 Dave Van Horn

Why Smart Estate Planners Control & Protect Their Assets (Instead of Owning Them)

It’s never too early to do some serious estate planning if you really care and want to give your heirs the greatest gift, a well-thought-out estate plan.

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May 19, 2017Mar 16, 2021 Dave Van Horn

Maybe You Shouldn’t Start an Entity. Consider 4 Alternative Asset Protection Strategies Instead.

Starting out, I knew I had to find ways to protect my assets. For me, these strategies went a long way towards limiting risk before starting my first LLC.

Landlording & Property Management 3 min read

Apr 08, 2017Feb 19, 2024 Dave Van Horn

An Investor Analyzes: When Does it Make Sense to Pay Off Your Properties?

Paying off your real estate might feel good -- but is it always the best financial choice? Take a deeper look from an investor's perspective here!

Traditional Loans 3 min read

Apr 07, 2017Feb 17, 2024 Dave Van Horn

The Magic Formula Banks Use to Determine Whether You Qualify for a Mortgage

For many first-time home buyers, the process of qualifying for a mortgage can be confusing and intimidating. So, what is the bank really looking for?

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Mar 31, 2017Mar 16, 2021 Dave Van Horn

Buying a Building to House Your Business? Stop and Consider This First.

Before you make the long-term investment of purchasing a building for your business, remember this decision is not to be taken lightly. Consider this first.

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Mar 24, 2017Mar 16, 2021 Dave Van Horn

A Look at Joint Ventures: The Pros & Cons of Using Other People’s Money to Acquire Notes

If you’re purchasing a note but need a money partner to acquire it, there are a few ways to set this up. Here are some methods, as well as the…

All 4 min read

Mar 17, 2017Mar 16, 2021 Dave Van Horn

A Look at the Pros & Cons of Investing in Commercial Real Estate

Before you jump in, consider some advantages and challenges of commercial real estate. It is completely different from investing in SFR. Here’s how.

Landlording & Property Management 5 min read

Mar 03, 2017Mar 16, 2021 Dave Van Horn

How to Craft Rental Lease Agreements That Reduce Tenant Turnover

Will the content provided in your lease help to reduce turnover time and cost? I believe so, if you keep these 3 tips in mind.

Finding Deals 4 min read

Feb 10, 2017Mar 16, 2021 Dave Van Horn

Why Real Estate Deals Fall Through During the Buying/Selling Process

I’ve seen deals fall through at different stages in the buying/selling process. It could happen at any point right up until you sign the closing papers.

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Jan 19, 2017Apr 02, 2023 Dave Van Horn

Real Estate Investment Showdown: Mobile Home Parks vs. Apartment Buildings

What are the pros and cons of mobile parks and apartments? Learn which investment might be right for you by comparing them here.