Real Estate Lending 101: Decode the Fine Print and Fund Your Next Deal with Confidence
With the right strategy—and the right CPA—investors can shelter income, defer taxes, and even build wealth tax-free over time. Learn more in this free webinar replay.
Let’s be honest—real estate lending can feel like a confusing maze of numbers, fees, and fine print. If you’ve ever stared at a lender’s cost estimate wondering what half the line items actually mean, you’re not alone. In fact, most investors—even experienced ones—miss key details that could be costing them thousands.
In this webinar, hear from Caeli Ridge, founder of Ridge Lending Group and RealWealth’s 2025 Premiere Lending Partner. She breaks down the essentials of long-term real estate lending in simple, practical terms—so you can make smarter borrowing decisions and keep more of your hard-earned cash.
In this info-packed class, you’ll discover:
How to read and understand a lender’s cost estimate sheet
Which fees are negotiable—and how to push back
Common mistakes investors make (and how to avoid them)
The fundamentals of long-term lending for buy-and-hold deals
Whether you’re new to real estate or looking to sharpen your financing game, this webinar will give you the clarity and confidence you need to fund your next deal the smart way.
In 2018, Stacey Stegenga moved to Colorado to be closer to family while completing her 21 years of military service in the U.S. Air Force. Despite more than a decade of experience as a critical care nurse, her income nearly cut in half after relocating. Determined to regain financial stability, Stacey discovered real estate investing and immersed herself in learning.
In 2020, she purchased her first property and has since built a portfolio of four duplexes and became a passive investor in a syndication. Through her investing journey, Stacey has developed expertise in the buy-and-hold strategy, out-of-state investing, and achieving financial independence through real estate.
Driven by a mission to create real wealth, Stacey is passionate about helping others achieve the same. As an Investment Counselor, she specializes in guiding investors through the process of getting started; helping them identify opportunities aligned with their goals.
Outside of work, Stacey enjoys traveling, exploring Colorado’s natural beauty, and continuously expanding her knowledge in the real estate space.
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Author: Stacey Stegenga
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