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How RCN Capital Helps You Build Repeat Business with Real Estate Investors

Written by RCN Capital | Jul 28, 2025 3:00:00 PM

Real estate transactions are moving faster than ever before. With properties remaining on the market for only 23 days and 30-year mortgage rates holding firm at 6.72%, investors can't afford to wait—and neither can their brokers. Conventional financing often takes too long, adding unnecessary risk to brokers attempting to close timely deals.

Private lending, on the other hand, prioritizes speed, flexibility, and transparency. This is where the distinction between a single transaction and a repeat client really begins to emerge. Investors are in business to create a portfolio. That typically means more than one deal a year, greater lifetime value, and a very good chance you generate more business. Many brokers miss out on this, however, by only offering limited and conventional financing programs.

RCN Capital bridges the gap for you. With underwriting handled in-house, 24-hour pre-approvals, and a broker-first approach to ensure your position in each transaction, RCN Capital makes it simple to serve investor needs and expand your pipeline.

Why Repeat Business Matters

Repeat business increases your pipeline, lowers your acquisition costs, and solidifies your reputation with investors. The benefits include:

  • Cost Efficiency: Serving an existing investor costs up to 70% less than acquiring a new one.
  • Trust & Referrals: Investors who complete one successful deal are 65% more likely to refer you to peers.
  • Revenue Stability: Consistent transactions smooth out seasonal and economic fluctuations.

By partnering with a private lender for repeat property transactions, like RCN Capital, you gain access to flexible financing options that bring investors back again and again.

Understanding Investor Profiles

To secure repeat business, tailor your approach to each investor’s strategy:

Fix & Flip Specialists
  • Look for fast-turnaround short‑term loans that have the option to cover renovation costs.
  • Emphasize RCN Capital’s Fix & Flip program: up to 75% ARV and pre‑approvals in 24 hours.
Buy‑and‑Hold Rental Investors
  • Prioritize long‑term stability and cash flow through DSCR.
  • Highlight the Long‑Term Rental program: 30‑year terms, up to 80% LTV.
Multifamily Owners
  • For investors seeking portfolio scalability and streamlined underwriting.
  • Leverage Multifamily financing: up to 70% LTV, 30‑year fixed rates.
Ground‑Up Developers
  • Featuring simple draw schedules and flexible cost coverage.
  • Utilize New Construction loans: up to 90% of total cost, 12–24 month terms.
Portfolio Borrowers
  • For investors who need blanket financing across multiple assets.
  • Recommend Rental Portfolio loans: up to 70% single‑note financing.

Matching loan programs to these profiles shows your grasp of the investor’s long-term goals and strengthens your position as their lending partner.

Leveraging RCN Capital Loan Programs

RCN Capital provides a suite of real estate investor loan programs for brokers that support diverse strategies:

Program

Term

Max LTV/ARV

Rates From

Ideal Use Case

Fix & Flip

12–18 months

75% ARV; 95% rehab costs

9.20%

Rapid rehab of distressed assets

Long‑Term Rental

30 years

80% LTV

5.75%

Buy‑and‑hold investors

Multifamily

30 years

70% LTV

6.50%

5+ unit apartment properties

New Construction

12–24 months

75% initial; 90% total cost

9.99%

Ground‑up construction projects

Rental Portfolio

Flexible

Up to 70% single‑note

Varies

Blanket financing across multiple units

Key Advantages:

  • Fast Pre‑Approvals: Decisions in as little as 24 hours on complete applications.
  • In‑House Underwriting: Eliminates correspondent delays.
  • Competitive Compensation: Yield spread, points, and fees fully disclosed.
  • Broker Protection: White‑labeled loan origination portal ensures client ownership remains with you.

Building Your Repeat Business Strategy

Step 1: Position Yourself as an Investor Specialist

Position yourself as someone who understands investor needs specifically. This involves learning the ins-and-outs of industry specifics like cap rate, cash flow projection, and exit strategies. When you talk their language, investors view you as a credible partner instead of another broker.

Step 2: Leverage Technology for Efficiency

RCN Capital's white-labeled Loan Management System keeps your brand intact while delivering professional service. The cloud-based system simplifies the application process, enabling you to process more deals without compromising quality.

Brokers utilizing this system report 40% quicker turnaround times and 25% more closed deals per year. These productivity improvements are invaluable when working with investors who tend to handle multiple properties at a time.

Step 3: Develop Predictable Processes

Predictability is something investors value. They must know that when they present you with an opportunity, you will deal with it in a consistently professional manner. What this translates to is:

  • Consistent communication schedules
  • Standardized document collection processes
  • Clear timelines for each stage of the loan process
  • Proactive problem-solving when issues arise

RCN Capital's streamlined decision process on finished applications facilitates this predictability and enables you to maintain realistic expectations with investor clients.

The Repeat Business Multiplier Effect

Portfolio Expansion Opportunities

Successful real estate investors don't limit themselves to one property. They establish portfolios, and every expansion of a portfolio is a new financing prospect. One investor client may require:

  • Bridge loans for quick property acquisitions
  • Long-term rental financing for cash-flowing properties
  • New construction loans for development projects
  • Refinancing options as market conditions change

RCN Capital's full suite of loan programs addresses all of these situations, from fix-and-flip lending to multifamily investments. This variety allows you to meet an investor's entire financing needs as their business expands.

Referral Network Development

Experienced investors know other investors. They go to real estate investment clubs, join online discussion boards, and have professional networks. When you give excellent service to one investor, you gain access to their entire network.

RCN Capital's broker program safeguards these referral relationships. We value broker protection and transparency, making sure your clients are always your clients. We will never try to bypass you to communicate directly with clients, and we prioritize safeguarding the relationships you've worked so diligently to establish.

Maximizing Your Compensation Structure

Flexible Earnings Opportunities

RCN Capital’s wholesale lending program provides flexible compensation arrangements that are compatible with various business models. If you prefer yield spread, points, or fee-based compensation, it is transparently disclosed on commitment letters and on the HUD settlement statement.

According to internal 2024 figures, brokers make 1.2% of the loan amount funded, on average. The competitive pay, plus the repeat business potential, is a major source of income for brokers who develop investor relationships.

Transparent Fee Structure

Nothing destroys repeat business quicker than unexpected fees or secret charges. RCN Capital's open policy of disclosing all fees up front creates trust with brokers and investors alike. This openness becomes a selling point when investors are comparing lenders.

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

Treating Investors Like Homebuyers

The largest error brokers commit is using conventional mortgage procedures on investor transactions. Investors require speed and adaptability, not a massive amount of documentation for owner-occupied properties.

Ignoring Exit Strategy Planning

Investors always have an exit plan, whether it’s reselling, refinancing into a long-term rental loan, or simply holding on to a property for appreciation. Encourage your clients to consider these plans in advance.

Underestimating the Importance of Speed

In today’s competitive landscape, speed of execution is typically a determining factor for deal success. Investors bidding for off-market deals require pre-approvals that they can rely on.

Measuring Your Success

Track metrics to ensure your strategy drives repeat business:

  • Repeat Client Rate: Aim for at least 50% of investors returning within 12 months.
  • Average Deals per Investor: Target 2–3 transactions per active investor annually.
  • Referral Volume: Monitor referrals generated by satisfied repeat clients.
  • Approval Turnaround: Maintain fast decision times on complete applications.

Regularly reviewing these KPIs helps refine your approach and demonstrate value to both RCN Capital and your investor network.

Getting Started with RCN Capital

  1. Complete the Broker Registration Application on RCN Capital’s website.
  2. Schedule an Onboarding Call with a Broker Onboarding Specialist.
  3. Access BLN Software Training through the Amplify platform.
  4. Sign the Broker Agreement via DocuSign.
  5. Submit Your First Deal and experience fast closings and transparent compensation.

Ready to Build Your Investor Business?

Establishing repeat business with real estate investors demands the right partner. RCN Capital's full-featured loan programs, open compensation, and broker-centric strategy provide the foundation for long-term success.

Begin creating your investor-centric practice today. Reach out to RCN Capital to learn how their broker program can assist your repeat business efforts and assist you in building lasting relationships with real estate investors within your marketplace.