Lenders Playbook. Episode 79
What Every Lender Needs to Know About Fund Control, with Marcus Carter
Welcome to the Lenders Playbook Podcast episode # 79, I am your host Matt Rosen and in today’s episode, we sit down with Marcus Carter the founder of La Mesa Fund Control, a company that’s become a crucial ally for lenders looking to protect their capital in construction projects. You’ll hear how they got started, what fund control really is, and why it’s the difference between successful builds and nightmare loans.
We break down their Pre-Construction Review process, real-world red flags, and what a “healthy” project should actually look like.
Plus—mindset, business advice, game-changing tools, and the books that helped shape his journey.
And if you're serious about growing in this space, don’t miss our National Private Lending Conference, happening Sept 3–4 in Las Vegas. We will have a a room stacked with capital providers, lenders, brokers, investors and serivce providers. If you need more reliable funding sources, or looking to grow your pipeline of investors and brokers this is your event! check us out and get your tickets soon! We are almost sold out! https://www.americanlendingconference.com/
What you will learn
Understand Fund Control 101 — Learn how La Mesa Fund Control protects lenders' capital and ensures construction projects stay on track.
Spot Red Flags Before They Cost You — Hear real-world examples of warning signs lenders should never ignore in pre-construction reviews.
Get Mindset & Business Insights — Discover the tools, habits, and books that helped Marcus Carter build a trusted brand in lending.
Learn What Makes a Project “Healthy” — Gain practical tips to evaluate and manage construction loans with confidence and clarity.
Resources and Tools Mentioned
Good to Great, Jim Collins
Rich Dad, Poor Dad, Robert Kiyosaki
Connect with Marcus at La Mesa!
https://www.lamesafundcontrol.com
