From Mortgage Broker to Fund Manager: Real Estate Lessons That Matter
In this episode of the Generations of Wealth Podcast, Derek sits down with investor and lender Will Harvey to discuss hard money lending, private funds, underwriting risk, and the importance of staying humble in changing market cycles.
Will shares his journey from mortgage lending into flipping houses, apartment syndications, and eventually launching his own lending fund. Together, Derek and Will break down the realities of leverage, underwriting, investor protection, and why many people underestimate risk during strong markets.
This episode is packed with practical insight for anyone interested in private lending, raising capital, or building long-term wealth through real estate.
Hard Money Lending Secrets: What Lenders REALLY Look For
In this episode of the Generations of Wealth Podcast, Derek sits down with seasoned lender Michael Liuculano, who brings over two decades of experience in lending and real estate investing.
Together, they pull back the curtain on the hard money lending world — discussing how lenders evaluate deals, common mistakes investors make, and what actually protects both borrowers and lenders when things go wrong.
This is a raw, unfiltered conversation filled with real-world insights, cautionary tales, and practical advice for anyone using (or planning to use) private or hard money.