How i Fund Cities Scaled a $750M Lending Business in Real Estate | Kevin Whisler - THMS #15

In Episode 15 of The Hustleman Show, Kevin Whisler (@kevin_whisler) from I Fund Cities (@ifundcities) breaks down the journey of scaling a $750M lending operation and building relationships with real estate investors. Learn how I Fund Cities blends creativity, efficiency, and transparency in lending to empower developers and investors in a competitive market.

Kevin shares insights into the lending world, including capital structures, draw processes, and advice for new investors looking to secure funding. This episode is packed with practical advice for navigating the real estate finance industry, making it a must-watch for investors and entrepreneurs.

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction and IFC's Lending Volume
3:22 Why Lending is the Backbone of Real Estate
7:28 Positioning I Fund Cities in the Lending Market
9:01 Building Lending Partnerships for Scalability
13:05 The Journey to Joining IFC: From Wholesaling to Lending
16:35 The Origins of I Fund Cities: Built by Developers for Investors
22:20 Capital Structures: Balancing Risk and Liquidity
28:50 Why Speed and Transparency in Draw Processes Matter
35:15 Lending Criteria for New Construction vs. Fix and Flip
42:00 Vetting General Contractors and Structuring Loans
45:30 Navigating Challenges in New Construction Lending
50:01 Advice for First-Time Investors: Partnering and Finding Deals
56:15 The Importance of Relationships and Authenticity in Business

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