Peter Pedram
Peter Pedram is a distinguished private lender and founder of Private Money Lenders LLC, based in Beverly Hills, California. An immigrant to the USA, Peter's journey is a testament to hard work, resilience, and determination. He completed his undergraduate studies at UCLA and went on to earn two master's degrees—an MBA and a Master's in Dispute Resolution—from Pepperdine University.
In 2003, Peter founded a hedge fund that grew from $75,000 to an impressive $500 million in assets under management within three years. His exceptional trading skills earned him features on CNBC and recognition as one of the "30 Under 30" traders. During his tenure at the fund, he also began offering hard money loans to friends and acquaintances, specializing in 50% LTV loans at rates exceeding 12%.After a brief attempt at early retirement in his 30s, Peter returned to the finance industry with renewed vigor.
In June 2019, he established Private Money Lenders LLC, which has since facilitated 650 million in loans across all 50 states. With a team spread across three continents, PML is rapidly becoming a trusted and preferred lender for many brokers in the private lending space.Peter’s journey has not been without challenges.
Beyond his professional achievements, Peter is deeply committed to charitable activities. He is actively involved with the Big Brother Big Sister Organization and the Jewish Federation. An avid weightlifter and car enthusiast, Peter balances his professional life with personal passions that reflect his dynamic personality. Peter Pedram's story is one of remarkable success, resilience, and continuous growth, making him a prominent and inspiring figure in the world of private lending and finance.