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“One financing mistake I see investors make repeatedly…”

Michael Berry
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A lot of investors wait until AFTER they find a deal to start understanding financing options.

The stronger strategy is usually:
• Know your financing structure first
• Understand leverage options
• Know estimated payments
• Know reserve requirements
• Have lenders/brokers lined up early

That preparation helps investors move fast when opportunities appear.

Whether someone uses a bank, DSCR lender, bridge lender, or hard money source — speed and preparation matter.

For experienced investors here:
What financing lesson did you learn the hard way?

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