I am interested in refinancing a property.In the past, I’ve gone through the exercise of researching online and/or calling lenders in my area to find the best loan product.Lenders’ competitiveness changes all the time so it’s worthwhile to go through the exercise every time (as opposed to just going with who had the best rate last time).I am wondering if there’s anyone out there who is doing this as service ?

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***My Out of Pocket $36,909.07Option Fee To Me $20,000.00My Adjusted Out of Pocket $16,909.07******My Cash Flow * $ 982.00 monthly**So, I didn't need bank financing, I sold it for $20,000 more than street value, I get tax write offs, I got $20,000 back immediately as an Option fee, I cash flow at $982.00 a month and if they exercise their Option, I’ll get $146,854.63 (minus the $20,000 Option fee) equals $126,854.63 cash along with any pay down during their Option period.

She played no real role beyond bringing in investor money.When our property was on the brink of foreclosure due to mismanagement and neglect, she undermined my role by having private conversations with the lender without my knowledge, even though I was a loan guarantor and she was not.

Ask about their terms, seasoning requirements, and how quickly they can close.Data/Deal Analysis: Stick to simple rules at first (70% ARV rule, rent-to-price ratio, etc.) so you don’t get stuck in analysis paralysis.Partnerships: Make sure roles and expectations are crystal clear with your partners before money gets involved.If you’d like, I can share a few resources that break down the first BRRRR step-by-step so you and your partners can hit the ground running.

The industry as a whole is downsizing right now, and Ops folks are the first ones to go and the last roles to get added.

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As their Realtor, I have assumed the role of the local contact.

Quote from @Kelly Schroeder: This might be a bit unconventional, but I’ve been wondering — do property managers have a role in fix & flip projects?

My role has involved making strategic purchasing decisions, negotiating supplier terms, and managing large capital investments in a competitive environment.As the Amazon landscape has shifted toward large players with exclusive manufacturer access, I’ve been planning a transition into real estate finance — particularly hard money lending, In my role, I’ve:Managed multi-million dollar purchasing decisions, sourcing high-demand products and optimizing inventory strategies.Analyzed large sets of data to forecast profitability, manage cash flow, and minimize risk.Built strong relationships with suppliers, financial institutions, and logistics partners to drive operational efficiency.I’m confident that my financial acumen, data-driven approach, and experience in capital management can translate seamlessly into roles in real estate finance.I’m eager to connect with professionals in the field, and I’m particularly interested in opportunities related to:Hard money lending and underwritingReal estate investment analysisPortfolio managementIf you have any advice, mentorship, or know of any opportunities in real estate finance, I’d love to connect.