I'd love some recommendations for reputable lenders, online or otherwise.

I wrote a book for BiggerPockets detailing my journey from contractor to note fund manager.

Feel free to send me a DM and I can share the details on that if you would like.

Former landlords should be contacted, income and employment verified, credit reports run, application details checked, personal references reached out to, and public records (like bankruptcy or eviction) searched.

When a wholesaler sends you a bad deal, reply with a detailed breakdown of why the numbers don't work for you.

Be cautious of excessive markups on upgrades; get detailed quotes and compare prices before agreeing to extras.

I’m based in Michigan and looking for a reputable hard money lender to fund my first fix and flip project.

Lots of detail for each state, too (not every state is truly judicial or non-judicial).

I have been pretty active on these forums, have helped several investors secure financing and have built my reputation from the bottom.

Any advice on how to get started and find a reputable private money lender?