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For years, private capital markets have favored Rule 506(b) over 506(c) due to one key factor: ease. While 506(c) allowed for general solicitation, it also
The Private Lender’s Ultimate Guide to Usury in California: How to Navigate Usury is one of those legal landmines that most private lenders don’t think
LOS ANGELES, June 10, 2025 – Anthony Geraci, lawyer and founder of the American Association of Private Lenders has officially relaunched Geraci LLP, a new
The tax landscape for private lenders has undergone a significant transformation. With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA), key provisions of
By Anthony Geraci, Esq. | Founder, Geraci LLP Published: March 2021 | Updated: January 2025 Private lenders who originate business-purpose real estate loans inevitably confront
Business purpose loans are nontraditional mortgage loans where a borrower uses loan proceeds for a non-consumer purpose. A non-consumer purpose means any loan in which
Private lending transactions involve more than just a lender handing money to a borrower. A well-structured loan agreement identifies each participant, defines their legal obligations,
Real estate brokers who find themselves involved in transactions where the property becomes part of a bankruptcy estate face a critical question: Can I still
I’m sure you have wondered if your social media strategy is doing more than just looking pretty and giving your marketing team something to do.
Managing a lending operation means maintaining relationships with dozens of vendors, borrowers, and service providers. When one of those critical partners files for bankruptcy, the
