Patrick Rigney

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How North Carolina Private Money Lenders Can Accelerate Property Acquisition Timelines

Every real estate investor understands one simple truth—time is leverage. In North Carolina’s competitive property market, where residential demand in cities like Raleigh, Charlotte, and Wilmington continues to rise, securing financing swiftly can determine whether an investor closes a lucrative deal or loses it to a faster bidder. Traditional lending institutions often move at a […]

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The Complete Investor’s Guide to New Construction Loans in the U.S.

For serious real-estate investors, navigating the world of new construction loans can feel like decoding an ancient language—but with the right framework, you get the power to harness growth, value creation, and profit. Here for you is a systematic walkthrough with deep detail, clarity, and authority. When you’re ready to execute with confidence, know that Insula

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The Ultimate Guide to Fix and Flip Loans: Turning Distressed Homes into Profitable Investments

Flipping real estate has become one of the most profitable—and accessible—strategies for investors looking to build wealth quickly. But behind every successful project lies one critical element: the right financing. Fix and flip loans are designed to give investors the short-term funding needed to purchase, renovate, and sell properties fast. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore

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Funding Dreams: How to Secure a Loan for Your First Development

Entering the real estate market as a developer can be both exciting and challenging. For those starting out, securing construction loans for beginners is often the first major step toward turning a development concept into a finished project. Lenders want assurance that the project is feasible, the borrower is prepared, and the investment will generate returns. This

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Commercial vs. Residential Development Loans: Key Differences

When considering a building project, one of the first decisions an investor faces is whether it falls under commercial or residential development. This choice impacts everything from lender expectations to repayment structures. Understanding the distinctions between these real estate financing types helps ensure the right funding path is taken from the start. Understanding the Scope of

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Unlocking Capital for Large Real Estate Projects: DSCR Loans vs. Crowdfunding for Investors

Securing funding for large real estate developments is rarely a one-size-fits-all process. There’s no set formula because every investor’s goals are diverse, every property’s challenges are unique, and market conditions are constantly evolving. From high-rise apartment complexes to mixed-use urban hubs, big projects need equally big capital and investors are always looking for the most

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From Blueprint to Buyer: Fix and Flip Financing in Fast-Growing States

In America’s fastest-growing housing markets, speed and strategy define success. As states like Arizona, Georgia, and North Carolina experience population booms, investors are seizing opportunities to turn distressed properties into profitable sales with fix and flip loans. These flexible, short-term financing solutions are helping builders, renovators, and entrepreneurs move from blueprint to buyer faster than

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How DSCR Loans Are Helping Investors Embrace Mixed-Use Developments

In recent years, mixed-use developments have surged in popularity, particularly in urban and suburban areas where space is at a premium and communities crave convenience. By combining residential, retail, and office spaces into one integrated property, these developments offer an attractive blend of lifestyle and commerce. For investors, however, funding such projects can be complex,

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Coast-to-Coast Flips: How Investors Use Private Capital to Transform Homes Nationwide

Flipping homes has evolved from a niche investment strategy into a nationwide movement fueled by flexible, fast, and reliable financing. Across markets like Los Angeles, Miami, and Chicago, real estate investors are leveraging fix and flip loans to acquire undervalued properties, complete high-impact renovations, and resell them for significant profits. The key to success lies not

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Ed Stock

Managing Partner/Founder

With 30 years of real estate finance and investing experience, I have come across most of what the real estate and mortgage arena has to offer. As a full time real estate investor, I am always looking for new projects in the Fix and Flip market as well as the holding of long term rentals. At Insula Capital Group, I have successfully placed many new investors on the course to aquiring and managing their own real estate portfolios.