Trust Deed Investing
10%+
Historical target returns. Not a guarantee.
Annual Returns Backed by California Real Estate
Every dollar secured by first-lien trust deeds (loans secured by a first mortgage on the property). Monthly income. You see the property before you commit.
$500M+
Deployed Capital
2,000+
Loans Funded
10%+
Target Return
<2%
Default Rate
Why Invest
Why Smart Money Chooses Trust Deeds
Four structural advantages no stock, bond, or REIT can replicate.
Monthly Passive Income
Interest payments deposited directly every month. Predictable cash flow, no market timing required.
Secured by CA Real Estate
Every investment backed by a recorded deed of trust on tangible California property — not a promise, a lien.
Available Deals
Live California Opportunities
A preview of trust deeds currently open to accredited investors. Full details and documentation inside the marketplace.
Accredited investors · $25K minimum
Funding
11.5%
Projected Yield
Single-Family Refi
Sunset Boulevard SFR
Los Angeles, CA
62%
LTV
12 mo
Term
$1.25M
Loan
Funded72%
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Funding
10.75%
Projected Yield
Bridge Loan
Bay Area Bridge
Oakland, CA
65%
LTV
18 mo
Term
$2.4M
Loan
Funded45%
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Just Listed
12%
Projected Yield
Fix & Flip
Del Mar Fix & Flip
San Diego, CA
68%
LTV
9 mo
Term
$875K
Loan
Open for funding0%
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View All Deals in Marketplace
New deals added weekly · Call 818-405-8302 for early access
Investor Process
From Source to Service
A transparent, end-to-end process designed to protect your capital at every step.
Step 01
Source
Hillcrest sources and vets borrower applications from across California.
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Source
Hillcrest sources and vets borrower applications from across California.
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REAL RESULTS
Trusted by California borrowers and investors.
“We were nervous about trust deed investing, but the Hillcrest team walked us through every step. Consistent monthly returns for over a year.”
David & Lisa T.
First-Time Trust Deed Investors
“The returns have been exactly as described. Monthly statements and clear communication — my IRA has never performed this well.”
Patricia W.
Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA) Investor
“After 20 years in the stock market, I wanted something more predictable. Trust deeds give me the monthly income I wanted without the volatility.”
Richard H.
Private Investor · 20yr in markets
* Names abbreviated for privacy. Testimonials represent individual experiences and are not guarantees of future results.
Next Step
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Investor disclosures
Trust deed investments involve risk and are not guaranteed. Investors should review deal documents, suitability, liquidity, lien position, valuation, and servicing terms before committing capital.