DEEDS IN THE DESERT is all things Real Estate Investing. Whether you are a savvy investor or just starting out, we will have something for everyone. Learn how to create a passive income stream that works for you, so you have the time to do the things you love.
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What Borrowers Look for in a Private Lending Partner
In this episode of Deeds in the Desert, Ignite Funding’s underwriting team breaks down what truly matters to borrowers seeking private capital: certainty to close, speed, responsiveness, transparency, and real value beyond just money. We also dive deep into how private lenders evaluate deals, why some borrowers get funded repeatedly, and why others never make it past the first call.
You’ll learn:
Why certainty to close is often more important than rate
How responsiveness and communication can make or break a deal
What underwriters really look for in new vs. repeat borrowers
Why Ignite Funding views itself as “expensive debt but cheap equity”
How strong borrower–lender relationships protect both investors and developers
Whether you’re a borrower looking for capital or an investor seeking fixed-income opportunities, this episode provides a behind-the-scenes look at how private lending really works.
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*Disclaimer* Ignite Funding, LLC | 6700 Via Austi Parkway, Suite 300, Las Vegas, NV 89119 | P 702.739.9053 | M 702.919.4281 | F 702.922.6700 | NVMBL #311 | AZ CMB-0932150 | Money invested through a mortgage broker is not guaranteed to earn any interest and is not insured. Prior to investing, investors must be provided applicable disclosure documents.
1 Jan 2026
Mother & Son Talk Trust Deed Investing: A Family Conversation with Ignite Funding
In this episode of Deeds in the Desert, Carrie Cook, President of Ignite Funding, sits down with her son Hunter for a rare and insightful conversation about trust deed investing, real estate lending, risk management, investor confidence, and the disciplined approach that has guided Ignite Funding for nearly two decades.
Hunter brings a fresh generational perspective, while Carrie shares real-world experience from 20 years in the lending industry — highlighting how Ignite Funding supports both borrowers and investors through transparent underwriting, strong asset-backed security, and responsible lending strategies.
If you’re curious about how trust deed investing works, how investors earn passive income through real estate notes, and what truly separates Ignite Funding’s process from traditional real estate investing, this episode delivers clarity, education, and an authentic behind-the-scenes look at the business.
Ready to Take the Next Step? Open an account with Ignite Funding:
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*Disclaimer* Ignite Funding, LLC | 6700 Via Austi Parkway, Suite 300, Las Vegas, NV 89119 | P 702.739.9053 | M 702.919.4281 | F 702.922.6700 | NVMBL #311 | AZ CMB-0932150 | Money invested through a mortgage broker is not guaranteed to earn any interest and is not insured. Prior to investing, investors must be provided applicable disclosure documents.
Texas continues to dominate as one of the strongest real estate markets in the U.S.—and in this episode of Deeds in the Desert, we break down why.
Host Pat Vassar sits down with Addison Thom, Owner-Operator of SDIRA Wealth, to unpack how build-to-rent projects across Texas are delivering consistent cash flow, strong rent growth, and powerful tax advantages for real estate investors.
From population migration and job growth to scalable construction timelines and accelerated depreciation strategies, this conversation provides a behind-the-scenes look at how institutional-level real estate gets built—and financed.
If you’re looking to diversify beyond Wall Street and deploy capital into real estate-backed opportunities, this episode is for you.
Ready to invest? Open an investor account with Ignite Funding: https://ignitefunding.com
Want to learn more first? Schedule a free investor consultation with our team today.
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