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All Forum Posts by: Richey Ward

Richey Ward has started 100 posts and replied 104 times.

Post: Why You Should Never Fall In Love With A House!

Richey Ward
#1 Classifieds Contributor
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  • Memphis, TN
  • Posts 104
  • Votes 123

🏠 Pro tip from an experienced investor: Don’t fall in love with the houseβ€”fall in love with the numbers. Research, budget smart, and avoid overspending on renovations. 

πŸŽ™οΈ WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE:

πŸ“Š We are experienced local Memphis and Birmingham investors and the most experienced local Hard Money lenders. We care about your success and only fund loans we’d do ourselves.

Don't miss out! Contact us today to learn more. #CoreLend #MemphisRealEstate #BirminghamRealEstate #HardMoneyLender #Memphis #Birmingham #RealEstateTips #BusinessPartners #PropertyInvesting

Post: Real Estate Investing Tips 2025 | How to Avoid ARV Mistakes & Hidden Costs

Richey Ward
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  • Memphis, TN
  • Posts 104
  • Votes 123

πŸ’‘ Real estate investing tip: Do your due diligence, stay realistic with ARV, and always leave room for unexpected costs.

πŸŽ™οΈ WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE:

πŸ“Š We are experienced local Memphis and Birmingham investors and the most experienced local Hard Money lenders. We care about your success and only fund loans we’d do ourselves.

Don't miss out! Contact us today to learn more. #CoreLend #MemphisRealEstate #BirminghamRealEstate #HardMoneyLender #Memphis #Birmingham #RealEstateTips #BusinessPartners #PropertyInvesting

Post: Memphis Housing Market 2025 | Zip Code Trends, Price Drops & What Buyers Need to Know

Richey Ward
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  • Memphis, TN
  • Posts 104
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πŸ“‰ Memphis housing trends are shifting by zip codeβ€”some areas are steady, while others are dropping up to 10%. See what this means for buyers & sellers. 

πŸŽ™οΈ WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE:

πŸ“Š We are experienced local Memphis and Birmingham investors and the most experienced local Hard Money lenders. We care about your success and only fund loans we’d do ourselves.

Don't miss out! Contact us today to learn more. #CoreLend #MemphisRealEstate #BirminghamRealEstate #HardMoneyLender #Memphis #Birmingham #RealEstateTips #BusinessPartners #PropertyInvesting

Post: Strategies for Overcoming Common Financing Challenges in Real Estate Investing

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  • Memphis, TN
  • Posts 104
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Real estate investing comes with challengesβ€”financing shouldn’t be one of them! πŸ’ΈπŸ 

From hard money loans to creative strategies like house hacking and partnerships, there are smart ways to overcome cash flow, credit, and down payment hurdles.

Start building wealth with confidence!

Read full blog:

https://corelendfinancial.com/blogs/real-estate-how-to-overc...

πŸ“Š We are experienced local Memphis and Birmingham investors and the most experienced local Hard Money lenders. We care about your success and only fund loans we’d do ourselves.

πŸ‘‰πŸΌ Follow @corelendfinancial

Don’t miss out! Contact us today to learn more.

#CoreLend #MemphisRealEstate #BirminghamRealEstate #HardMoneyLender #Memphis #Birmingham #RealEstate #RealEstateNetworking #MemphisInvestors #HardMoney #ARV #HardMoneyLoan #RealEstateTips #InvestmentStrategy #HardMoneyLoans #HouseHacking #CoreLend #RealEstateSuccess #PropertyInvesting

Post: New Episode Out Now!

Richey Ward
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  • Memphis, TN
  • Posts 104
  • Votes 123

Join Brandon Diaz where he shares his real-world insights on navigating risk, spotting smart investment opportunities, and leveraging hard money lending to scale effectively. πŸ πŸ’‘

πŸ“Ί Watch now:

πŸ’– We want to say a special thank you to our sponsors for their continued support. Your partnership helps us share these valuable insights with the investing community.

πŸ“Š We are experienced local Memphis and Birmingham investors and the most experienced local Hard Money lenders. We care about your success and only fund loans we’d do ourselves.

Don't miss out! Contact us today to learn more. #CoreLend #HardMoneyLending #RealEstateInvesting #CoreLend #FinancialTips #Investing #SmartInvesting #Memphis #Birmingham

Post: Building from the Ground Up?

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  • Memphis, TN
  • Posts 104
  • Votes 123


Get up to 100% financing for land + construction with lower interest on unused funds.

βœ… 75% LTARV

βœ… 9–15 month terms

βœ… No prepay penalty

Smart funding for smart builders.

🚨 INVEST SMARTER with @corelendfinancial

πŸ’° Take advantage of our competitive rates & no extra hidden fees.

βœ… Fast funding, flexible terms, and zero hassle.

πŸ’΅ 100% of purchase AND rehab, no-downpayment funding

Schedule a Call with our Loan Manager to learn more!

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πŸ“Š We are experienced local Memphis and Birmingham investors and the most experienced local Hard Money lenders. We care about your success and only fund loans we’d do ourselves.

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Post: Why Partially Occupied Properties Are Smarter Investments During Rehab

Richey Ward
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  • Memphis, TN
  • Posts 104
  • Votes 123

Vacant properties = risk. 

🚨 Discover why 40%–60% occupancy is the sweet spot when rehabbing real estate. 🏚️➑️🏠

πŸŽ™οΈ WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE:

πŸ“Š We are experienced local Memphis and Birmingham investors and the most experienced local Hard Money lenders. We care about your success and only fund loans we’d do ourselves.

Don't miss out! Contact us today to learn more. @zaprealty @stone.electric_ #CoreLend #MemphisRealEstate #BirminghamRealEstate #HardMoneyLender #Memphis #Birmingham #RealEstateTips #PropertyInvestment #BRRRR

Post: Real Estate Investing Coffee Meetup

Richey Ward
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  • Memphis, TN
  • Posts 104
  • Votes 123

πŸ”₯ Exciting News Brewing in Memphis! πŸ”₯

Join us for another round of great coffee, fantastic company, and insightful real estate conversations. Let's keep the momentum going together!

πŸ“… Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025

πŸ•’ Time: 8:15 – 9:00 AM

πŸ“ Location: CrestCore Realty Break Room

4435 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN 38122 (side door across from Wendy’s)

πŸ’₯πŸ’₯πŸ’₯ Meet us every 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month! πŸ’₯πŸ’₯πŸ’₯

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, come sip, chat, and network with like-minded professionals in a relaxed setting. Let's grow together!

πŸ“Š We are experienced local Memphis and Birmingham investors and the most experienced local lenders. We care about your success. We only fund loans that we would do ourselves.

πŸ‘‰πŸΌ Follow @corelendfinancial

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Post: Why Quality Upgrades Boost Property Value & Keep Tenants Happy

Richey Ward
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  • Memphis, TN
  • Posts 104
  • Votes 123

Do it right the first time. πŸ’ͺ From tile flooring to upgraded AC, here’s why investing in quality rehabs pays off in the long run β€” for both property value and tenant satisfaction. 🏠✨

πŸŽ™οΈ WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE:

πŸ“Š We are experienced local Memphis and Birmingham investors and the most experienced local Hard Money lenders. We care about your success and only fund loans we’d do ourselves.

πŸ’– We want to say a special thank you to our sponsors for their continued support. Your partnership helps us share these valuable insights with the investing community.

Don't miss out! Contact us today to learn more. @zaprealty @stone.electric_ #CoreLend #MemphisRealEstate #BirminghamRealEstate #HardMoneyLender #Memphis #Birmingham

Post: How Do Appraisals Work With Hard Money Loans?

Richey Ward
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  • Memphis, TN
  • Posts 104
  • Votes 123

πŸŽ™οΈ New Episode Out Now! Join Sam King of The Sam King Appraisals as we talk about what appraisers look for, how it impacts hard money lending, and tips to avoid costly mistakes. πŸ πŸ’‘

πŸ“Ί Watch now:

πŸ’– We want to say a special thank you to our sponsors for their continued support. Your partnership helps us share these valuable insights with the investing community.

πŸ“Š We are experienced local Memphis and Birmingham investors and the most experienced local Hard Money lenders. We care about your success and only fund loans we’d do ourselves.

Don't miss out! Contact us today to learn more. #CoreLend #HardMoneyLending #RealEstateInvesting #CoreLend #FinancialTips #Investing #SmartInvesting #Memphis #Birmingham