In this conversation, Steve Afra, a managing partner at Nvestor Funding, shares his extensive experience in private lending, discussing the nuances between private and hard money lending, the importance of risk management, and how to evaluate potential borrowers. He reflects on the relational aspects of real estate transactions, the significance of vision in investment success, and the lessons learned about money and resilience in entrepreneurship. Steve emphasizes the need for consistency in business and the generational differences in understanding money, ultimately highlighting the importance of personal growth and resilience in navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.