Should You Sell Your Defaulted Notes? Process, Pricing & Insights - #310

Nov 28, 2025

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Should You Sell Your Defaulted Notes? Process, Pricing & Insights - #310

As a private lender, the big question eventually comes up: does it ever make sense to sell a defaulted note? The answer… it depends. In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Chris and Jason break down the real strategy behind selling non-performing notes (NPNs), who buys them, when it's worth considering—and when it's better to ride it out yourself.

If you're a private lender navigating late payments, defaults, foreclosure timelines, capital deployment, or debt fund pressure, this conversation will save you time, money, and headaches.

🔍 What We Cover in This Episode:

When selling a defaulted note actually makes financial sense
Pricing, payoff scenarios & real-life examples
Interested vs. third-party note buyers
How second lienholders + business partners become natural buyers
Structuring profitable exits without giving away equity
Why month 2–4 of default can be the sweet spot for selling
What note buyers look for—and what makes them walk
Why early defaults may cure, and late defaults become too expensive
How debt funds think about capital vs. time in non-performing assets
Due diligence and legal considerations when transferring a note

💡 Key Takeaway:

Not every defaulted loan belongs on your balance sheet forever. If the numbers work, the buyer is motivated, and you're ready to redeploy capital—selling a non-performing note can be a win-win… but only in the right circumstances.

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