Working with Repeat Borrowers - #268

Apr 29, 2025

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Working with Repeat Borrowers - #268

In this episode, we're diving deep into one of the most powerful—and often underappreciated—aspects of private lending: working with repeat borrowers.

Whether you’re a seasoned hard money lender or just getting started, learning how to build long-term relationships with trusted investors can transform your business. Jason breaks down the huge ROI potential of working with repeat clients, how to think about customer acquisition cost vs. lifetime value, and why residential fix & flip borrowers often present more recurring opportunities than commercial ones.

🔍 What we cover:

Why repeat borrowers are key to scaling your private lending business
How to calculate lifetime value of a borrower
Common do’s and don’ts when nurturing borrower relationships
Why cutting fees might hurt more than help
How to balance your loan portfolio between new and repeat clients
Field tips: the value of actually showing up at your borrowers’ properties

Over 50% of our deals each month are with repeat borrowers—and we think that’s the sweet spot. Tune in to hear real stories, lessons learned, and actionable strategies to create lasting borrower relationships that drive consistent, profitable deal flow.

📈 Whether you're doing 2 deals a month or 20, this episode is packed with insights to help you grow smart and sustainably.

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