Behind the Scenes of Private Lending: Risks, Rewards, and The Airbnb Loan That Accidentally Launched a Lending Empire | Yoav Gilad

#347 Think flipping houses is the endgame? For some, it's just the beginning! In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Yoav Gilad, founder of Green Block Inc., to dive into his journey from flipping homes to becoming a full-time private lender. Yoav shares how a chance request for a small Airbnb loan opened the door to a thriving lending business, the lessons he’s learned from deals gone wrong, and what it takes to successfully transition into the world of real estate lending. Whether you're a seasoned investor or curious about lending as a business, this episode is packed with valuable insights and real-world advice! What we discuss with Yoav: + How Yoav got started in real estate + Transition from flipping to lending + Lessons from a failed first loan + Risks of unsecured lending + Benefits of private money lending + Lending vs. traditional banks + Key underwriting principles + Lending in different states + Growing a network beyond your market + Advice for aspiring lenders Thank you, Yoav! Check out Green Block Inc. at GreenBlockInc.com. Follow Yoav on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Watch the video podcast of this episode! And follow us on: Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Youtube Twitter To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices