*agenda subject to change
LeverageCon 8
Miami, FL
Hilton Miami Blue Lagoon
Exhibitor Set- Up 2:00pm – 5:00pm
1717 North Akard St, Dallas, TX 75201
Ballroom
Wednesday, May 20th 2026
7:00am – 8:00am – Early Sponsor Set Up
8:00am – NLE Sponsor Breakfast ( Sponsors and VIP Pass Holders Only)
9:00am – Registration and Exhibit Hall Open
9:30am – NLE Leadership Forum – Open to all attendees, hear from the market leaders in Build | Flip | Rent Finance for this interactive discussion panel sharing industry perspective and future outlook. Audience is encouraged to participate.
11:00am – American Association of Private Lenders Roundtables – This unique networking and educational session is designed to connect AAPL members and allow for open discussions.
12:00pm – 1:00pm VIP Lunch Buffet presented by AAPL – Open to all Sponsors and VIP Pass Holders
1:15pm – Fix & Flip Experts Panel: Navigating Opportunities in 2026
Explore what today’s borrowers need to secure the best terms, how lenders analyze deals, and strategies to maximize profits while minimizing risk. Learn about ARVs, appraisals, geographic growth trends, evolving lending guidelines, capital markets, and Florida-specific regulations impacting fix & flip financing.
2:00pm – DSCR Finance Forum : Maximizing Cash-Flow Deals
Explore trends, risks, and strategies in DSCR lending. Learn how to safeguard investments, choose the right partners, leverage market insights, and use emerging technologies to scale rental portfolios successfully.
3:00pm – Construction Finance Professional’s Forum: From Plans to Payoff
Learn how to evaluate deals, build accurate budgets, and manage risk from pre-construction to final payoff. Discover strategies for inspections, draw management, fraud prevention, and fund control to protect your capital and deliver successful projects.
4:00pm – LeverageCon Happy Hour – Join us in the Venetian Room for cold drinks and delicious appetizers at our final networking opportunity. Open to VIP Pass Holders and Sponsors Only.
5:00pm – Exhibit Hall Closes, Conference Adjourns
*agenda and speakers subject to change