3 Ways to Increase Revenue in 2026 - #317

Looking to make more money in your private or hard money lending business in 2026? In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, hosts Jason and Chris from Hard Money Bankers break down three proven ways to increase revenue right now—without chasing more leads just for the sake of it.

This episode focuses on practical, real-world strategies that experienced lenders are using today to boost profitability, improve loan conversion, and maximize returns from both new and existing borrowers.

🔑 In This Episode, You'll Learn:

✅ Why most lenders don't have a lead problem—they have a follow-up and conversion problem ✅ How prioritizing bottom-of-the-funnel borrowers can dramatically increase revenue ✅ The role of CRM automation, text, and email follow-up in closing more deals ✅ Why lenders leave money on the table by not collecting late fees, extension fees, and default interest ✅ How to charge appropriately for risk while protecting your capital and investor returns ✅ How to be opportunistic by expanding beyond fix-and-flip loans into refis, bridge loans, and commercial deals ✅ The importance of balancing 50% new borrowers and 50% repeat clients ✅ How to quote deals confidently—even when you're unsure—using smart verbal underwriting strategies

Whether you're a newer private lender or managing a large portfolio, this episode delivers actionable insights to help you increase revenue, improve discipline, and build a more profitable lending business in 2026 and beyond.

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