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Our Story
We are the oldest and largest national organization representing the private real estate and peer-to-peer lending industry. Formed in 2009 at the height of the recession, our founders identified the necessity of standardizing best practices to safeguard the private lending profession.
Membership in the American Association of Private Lenders instills an expectation of and belief in your trustworthiness, reliability, and professionalism. Our long-standing reputation for excellence lends our members credibility.
Our Membership
Our membership includes private money lenders, mortgage fund managers, brokers and service providers from across the United States.
From their voluntary adherence to the Code of Ethics to their knowledge of the private lending process, our members are the gold standard for the profession. Borrowers come to us to find lenders and service providers they can trust.
Our Benefits
Code of Ethics
Tout AAPL-backed credibility that shows your competence and dedication to the highest standards of integrity and ethical principles.
Legislative Advocacy
Safeguard your interests in the halls of Congress and state legislatures via the extensive efforts of our Government Relations Committee.
Education & Certifications
Stay current with our quarterly print magazine, the Member Toolbox, and our Private Lender Associate, Private Lender Broker and Fund Manager certifications.
Industry Recognition
Earn recognition via our Member Directory, Member Spotlight, Lender Limelight, Last Call, Excellence Awards, and more opportunities.
Print & Digital Ad Discounts
Promote your business with 20% off print advertising in our quarterly Private Lender magazine and on display ads on AAPLonline.com.
Reduced Event Fees
Receive the lowest published admittance rate to AAPL events, including our Annual Conference, the nation’s largest private lending event.
Member Discounts
Save on services you’ll use daily, brought to you by our industry partners. They provide their steepest discounts to AAPL members.
Member Emblem
Display the Member Emblem on all your promotional materials. We monitor this emblem to ensure that it’s used by only active members.
Member Meetings
Catch up on industry happenings and network during our virtual members-only meetings.
