Real Estate Investor Capital, Built by Investors
Investor1st Funding works with a network of wholesale lending partners to deliver competitive financing to real estate investors — faster and with less friction than traditional banks.
Our Mission
Access to capital shouldn't be the barrier to building wealth through real estate. Our mission is to connect investors with the financing they need to succeed — whether they're flipping their first property or expanding a portfolio of rental homes.
We are a real estate investor capital platform, not a direct bank. Investor1st Funding works with a network of vetted wholesale lending partners to source fast, flexible financing — so you get competitive terms without the friction of traditional lending.
Origination
We package scenarios for capital partners
Investor-focused
Individual scenario review
U.S. properties
State and program eligibility reviewed individually
7 Days
Avg Close Time
About the Founder
Daryl B Harris
Founder, Investor1st Funding · Michigan-based Real Estate Investor
I started Investor1st Funding after years of investing in real estate and experiencing firsthand how difficult it was to find fast, reliable capital. Traditional banks move too slowly and don't understand investment deals. Private capital was available, but fragmented and hard to access.
I built Investor1st Funding to solve that problem — connecting investors with the wholesale lending network I trust, so you can close deals without chasing financing. Every loan we source is one I'd be comfortable putting my name on.
How We Work
Investor1st Funding works with a network of wholesale lending partners to deliver competitive financing to real estate investors. We are not a bank — we are your capital sourcing partner.
Investor-Focused
We understand real estate investment deals because we're investors ourselves. Our process is built around how deals actually work — not bank checklists.
Fast Closings
Close in as little as 7 days so you never lose a deal to a slow lender. Our partners move with the urgency real estate requires.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees or surprises. Clear, upfront pricing on all loan products before you commit.
Wholesale Lending Network
We work with vetted private and institutional lenders to source the best available terms for your deal profile and loan size.
Flexible Terms
Fix & Flip, DSCR, Bridge, Commercial — we match loan type, term, and structure to your strategy and exit.
Repeat Borrower Benefits
Build a relationship with us and benefit from faster approvals and better access on future deals.
Our Values
Everything we do is guided by integrity, speed, and service.
Integrity
We operate with complete transparency and always put our clients' interests first. We clearly disclose our role as a capital sourcing partner.
Speed
Time is money in real estate investing. We work quickly and keep deals moving through our lending network without unnecessary delays.
Service
We provide exceptional support throughout your entire loan journey — from first call through closing and beyond.