I'm interested in private lending as another route in-between deals. 

For those who’ve worked with private lenders or funding partners, what do they usually want to see before committing?

They approved our variance request for “Private Roads”.  

That mindset shift alone is why most landlords get steamrolled in restaurant leases, they underwrite as if they’re leasing to a standard retail tenant when the operator’s entire model depends on the landlord bridging the financing gap.A few things I really respect in your approach:• you preserved ownership of the business + equipment so the real estate entity captures the upside• you used operator performance fees instead of inflated rent to keep valuation honest• you leveraged the liquor license + occupancy improvements as long-term value drivers• you structured the deal so the building’s residential income stabilizes the whole projectThat last point is something I’ve seen pay off again and again.

If they're a private lender, or a small HML with loose underwriting guidelines, their borrowers will definitely feel it. 

She sets up my private money documents, llc for local and international clients.

My listing needs to stay private, so I’m mainly looking for strategic guidance from folks who’ve successfully navigated similar HOA constraints or tight rental caps.If you’ve dealt with:• HOA-managed rental waitlists• Navigating rental caps/quotas• Private tenant placement while staying compliant• City permitting requirements tied to leasing…I’d love to hear how you approached it.

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We have borrowed private money to BRRRR single families but the way I got into real estate investing was by househacking with low down payments and I highly recommend that.

Then, slowly convert them over.You could also look to partner with someone as well on these or get private money.