For investors who have grown their real estate businesses beyond a few properties, what type of financing has helped you scale the most?

I'd be interested to hear about your experience with conventional loans, private money, hard money, DSCR loans, bridge loans, commercial financing, or other funding strategies.

Did you find that a particular type of financing made it easier to acquire more properties, preserve your cash reserves, or take on larger projects?

Also, what financing challenges did you run into as your portfolio grew, and how did you adjust your strategy?

For those who have successfully scaled, what factors do you consider when deciding which financing option to use for a particular deal?