maybe its the hedge fund guy that makes 866% on money so he can easily give you 24%

24 is high, but could be possible in some countries. Then again if the person is in those countries, good luck getting your money back if they decide to screw you over :upsidedow

If you want to invest here in Costa Rican in something guaranteed (by a non-Costa Rican company) at 8% (with possibility of making up to 12%) hit me up for details.

In brief, the loan is granted at 40% of the value of the real estate property used as collateral after it is appraised by independent professional firms and only "likely very liquid" properties are accepted. So in the event the guy doesn't pay his loan, the property is sold and you get your 8% no matter what. If the property cannot be sold quickly, the owner guarantees the money with his own personal funds.