
Why Private Lenders Must Look Beyond the Deed of Trust: The Critical Role of Insurance Coverage
As a private lender, it’s easy to feel a sense of comfort once your loan is secured by real property. After all, if the borrower
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As a private lender, it’s easy to feel a sense of comfort once your loan is secured by real property. After all, if the borrower

Private lenders are increasingly recognizing that the availability and affordability of property insurance are critical factors in underwriting real estate loans. Difficulties in securing insurance—whether

In today’s private lending environment, raising capital through mortgage funds, pooled investment vehicles, or note offerings is more common than ever. But whether you’re structuring

Some may know that I’ve recently embarked on an exciting new journey south of the border as co-owner of Geraci LLP, alongside my partner, Anthony

While private lenders primarily operate in real estate and business finance, many also raise capital from investors to fund their lending operations. The moment you

When a borrower falls behind on mortgage payments, foreclosure proceedings may begin. If a debtor files bankruptcy while the foreclosure process is underway, the automatic

In private lending, the strength of your deal is only as good as the documents backing it. Whether you’re originating a bridge loan, funding a

This checklist helps private lenders stay compliant with federal securities laws when raising capital, forming funds, or offering investment opportunities. Note: This is a general

It’s almost impossible to go a single day without hearing about artificial intelligence (AI). From headlines to heated debates, AI is having its “internet moment.”

If you’re forming a private mortgage fund or raising capital through a pooled investment vehicle, selecting the right legal structure and drafting a well-constructed Operating