Linda Hyde Appointed as President of the American Association of Private Lenders
For media inquiries, please contact: Kat Hungerford Executive Editor khungerford@aaplonline.com 913-888-1250 LAS VEGAS, NV — November 13, 2023 — The American Association of Private Lenders (AAPL) proudly announced the appointment of Linda Hyde as [...]
Member Spotlight | Erica LaCentra
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Fund Management Journey Phase 3: White Labeling and Attorneys
Third in a series detailing how one lender navigated the daunting task of establishing a private money fund. I thought we would be further along our fund establishment journey than we are. When my partner [...]
A Guide to Creating Better Relationships with Wholesalers
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Vetting Insurance Coverages, Policy Forms, and Agents
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Leading During Economic Uncertainty
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Member Spotlight | Scott Ward
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