David Little takes us through his fascinating pivot from petroleum engineering to becoming a trailblazer in real estate lending. Specializing in short-term loans for fix-and-flips and commercial gap funding, he breaks down how his business supports borrowers while delivering solid returns to investors. Tune in to explore his innovative strategies and the unique niche he’s built in the industry.

Key takeaways to listen for

  • [05:31] The fundamentals of hard money lending
  • [17:35] How to secure investments effectively
  • [21:27] Commercial lending strategies you might want to try
  • [25:18] A transparent look into investor returns
  • [32:10] Importance of deal flow and market dynamics 

About David Little

David Little is the co-founder and manager of Crown Capital Resources, LLC, a Texas-based private lending firm specializing in real estate investments. He earned both his B.S. (2010) and M.E. (2012) in Petroleum Engineering from Texas A&M University. 

David began investing in hard money loans in 2010 and acquired his first rental property in 2013. In 2016, he co-founded Crown Capital Resources, leveraging his expertise in oil and gas property evaluation to assess and recommend investment opportunities. Under his leadership, the firm has funded over 140 properties, totaling more than $30 million in loans.

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