Private Lending 101: How to Get Funded Without the Bank

Introduction: Unlock Your Capital Potential

Traditional banks move slow, ask for everything under the sun, and often say no—even to qualified borrowers. For entrepreneurs, small business owners, and real estate investors, private lending offers a faster, more flexible way to access the capital you need.

At Vault Lenders, we specialize in helping clients unlock private funding opportunities that banks can’t offer. This guide walks you through what private lending is, how it works, and why it might be the perfect solution for your next project or investment.

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What Is Private Lending?

Private lending refers to funding that comes from individual investors, lending companies, or non-bank institutions instead of traditional banks or credit unions. These lenders provide loans based on the strength of the deal, asset value, or business opportunity—not just credit scores and tax returns.

Private lenders typically offer:

• Faster funding timelines

• Asset-backed or revenue-based loans

• Flexible underwriting

• Creative deal structures

Unlike banks, private lenders want to say yes—they just need to see the right opportunity.

How Does Private Lending Work?

Here’s how a typical private lending process looks:

1. Initial Strategy Call (like our Vault Funding Strategy session)

2. Submit deal details or funding needs

3. Review from matched private lender

4. Term sheet issued

5. Due diligence and funding

Private lending often bypasses many of the frustrating hoops of bank underwriting and can close in as little as 7–14 days.

Private Lending vs. Traditional Bank Loans

If you’ve been turned down by a bank—or simply can’t wait weeks to get a decision—private lending may be your key to growth.

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When Should You Use Private Lending?

Private capital is a great fit when you need to:

• Fund a real estate fix & flip 

• Expand your business or purchase equipment

• Bridge a short-term business purpose gap for growth

• Consolidate or refinance existing high-interest debt on a rental property

The beauty of private lending is its adaptability—the structure, terms, and strategy can be built around your specific business goals.

What Do Private Lenders Look For?

While private lenders are more flexible than banks, they still want to mitigate risk. They typically evaluate:

✅ The asset or business behind the deal
✅ Your repayment plan or exit strategy
✅ Collateral or equity position
✅ Your team and track record
✅ Loan-to-value (LTV) or loan-to-cost (LTC)

That’s where a broker like Vault Lenders comes in—we match you with the right lender and package your ask for maximum success.

How to Get Started with Private Funding

Getting funded doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s a simple path to start:

1. Book your Discovery Call – we’ll help structure your ask

2. Submit the intake form and loan docs

3. Get matched with a vetted private lender

4. Close your loan and grow your business or portfolio

Final Thoughts: Your Vault Is Waiting

If you’ve been waiting on a bank, struggling to qualify, or feeling stuck in growth mode, private lending may be the missing key for your business. Whether you're flipping homes, scaling your business, or launching something new—there’s a faster, more flexible path to capital.

At Vault Lenders, we help you unlock your potential with smart funding strategies designed around your goals—not outdated lending rules.

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