Lead Funding

Lead Funding A direct lender offering private financing options to real estate investors in CO, AZ, and WA We understand how dynamic the investment real estate market is.

Lead Funding is a spin off from Essence Homes, a regional builder, remodeler, and developer that operated in Arizona, Colorado and Nevada. Since 2009, the company has successfully completed over $90,000,000 in residential projects. Lead Funding’s mission is to offer private financing to local investors with competitive rates, hassle-free and quick terms, and complimentary essential tools. This “ho

listic” approach assists small to large real estate investors and is truly industry unique. To date, Lead Funding has loaned in excess of $400,000,000 directly to investors and has experienced a high client retention rate. In fact, our clients often keep multiple loans and continually borrow for new acquisitions as they turn over their investment properties. Today, Lead Funding has a private fund of over $85MM and operates within Arizona, Colorado and Washington. We’re proud to be a direct lender that can underwrite and make decisions quickly to help you build a successful flipping or acquisition business. That’s why our customer service is often described as “unparalleled.” We work with a sense of urgency—which is often required—so timely and informed decisions can be made quickly.

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When considering curb appeal, a freshly painted entry should complement, not compete with the exterior. This convincing take from Zillow gives several examples of what worked and didn't work.

New Zillow research reveals the surprising science behind curb appeal and why the right door color depends entirely on a home’s exterior.

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06/18/2026

Good advice. Have a strong buy-box (know your area), estimate ARV artificially low and your remodel budget high, and establish a relationship with a lender early.

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Currently, only 3 MLSes are participating. Expect that to change as more people join the platform. For investors, this c...
06/17/2026

Currently, only 3 MLSes are participating. Expect that to change as more people join the platform. For investors, this could change how properties are identified and buy-boxes are researched. Google / HouseCanary is not the only game out there. Another disruptor is Infinityy, an AI-generated search platform.

Google will display home listing ads in mobile search results for 50 states, adding pressure on portals like Zillow and Homes.com.

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Offbeat Green is the Loneliest Color That You'll Ever Know.

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06/10/2026

Justin Braithwaite discusses his experience with buyers when touring a property and suggests targeted improvements that pay off.

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Today's permitting process is cutting into profits. Savvy investors are increasing their margin of profitability as a buffer against the unexpected. Below, Labrynth, a regulatory intelligence firm, ranks the top 10 states for permitting efficiency.

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From the 2026 NAR on generational trends in home buying, millennials make up up 26% of the market. Of that, the majority...
06/05/2026

From the 2026 NAR on generational trends in home buying, millennials make up up 26% of the market. Of that, the majority were younger millennials.

At least 52% of millennials say they would rather purchase a smaller house with higher-quality amenities, a new analysis has found.

This starts with a good buy-box and a keen understanding of the area you are investing. When penciling an offer for a pr...
05/29/2026

This starts with a good buy-box and a keen understanding of the area you are investing. When penciling an offer for a property you are unable to walkthrough, assume a conservative ARV, and high rehab cost and DOM.

Nathalie Germain, a buyer on our platform, invests in a purchasing category that makes many landlords uneasy: distressed properties, where you may not get

This still has to pass the Senate and the President's desk, but restricting institutional investors could be a win for s...
05/27/2026

This still has to pass the Senate and the President's desk, but restricting institutional investors could be a win for small real estate investors investors, house flippers and first-time home buyers. The House version allows institutional investors to build rentals, just not sweep up existing housing after they have reached the magic number "350".

The U.S. House approved an updated housing affordability bill after removing industry-opposed requirements on selling build-to-rent homes.

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05/21/2026

First impressions are lasting impressions. Jerry Pinkas outlines the ROI for 6 home improvements. It's good information but I have no idea what's going on with this graphic.

Today, we delve into the top six renovations that can boost the val...

Address

7400 East Orchard Road, Suite 3000N
Greenwood Village, CO
80111

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7pm
Friday 8:30am - 7pm
Saturday 8:30am - 6pm

Telephone

+13038343494

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