Get Diversified Podcast

EP#82.1 | Private Lending Beats Traditional Financing | Ruben Izgelov

Jacqueline Landry & Melvin Landry Jr. Season 1

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Welcome to Get Diversified, where host Jacqueline Landry connects with real estate leaders to share actionable strategies for success. In this episode, she’s joined by Ruben Izgelov, investor and co-founder of We Lend and States Capital.

They dive into private lending—how it works, why it’s faster than traditional financing, and how it helps investors close deals others can’t. Ruben explains how his team funds residential projects across the U.S., even in challenging scenarios.

From covering rehab costs to avoiding high-risk markets, Ruben shares practical tips for using private capital to scale smarter. Whether you’re starting out or growing fast, this episode is packed with insights you can use right away.