What We Can Help Finance

Every deal is different. We work across a wide range of investment property types and transaction structures.

Fix & Flip Loans

Finance the acquisition and renovation of properties with the goal of improving the property and selling it for a profit.

Bridge Loans

Short-term financing designed to help investors acquire, refinance, or reposition a property while pursuing a longer-term financing or exit strategy.

Investment Property Acquisition

Financing options for investors purchasing residential, multifamily, commercial, and other qualifying investment properties.

Rehab & Renovation Financing

For qualifying transactions, financing may include funds for approved improvements and renovations through a lender-controlled draw process.

Commercial Real Estate

Financing solutions for qualifying commercial investment properties, including value-add and income-producing properties.

Construction & Value-Add Projects

Capital for qualifying projects where the property, development plan, budget, and exit strategy support the financing request.

Equity-Based Financing

For qualifying properties, available equity may provide an opportunity to obtain financing for additional investments, acquisitions, or other capital needs.

What Makes Hard Money Different

Speed Can Make the Difference

In competitive real estate markets, waiting weeks for conventional financing can mean losing an opportunity. Hard money financing can provide a faster path to closing for qualified transactions, allowing investors to pursue opportunities where timing is critical.

Asset-Focused Underwriting

Hard money financing generally places significant emphasis on the property and the overall transaction, rather than relying solely on traditional income-based underwriting. Lenders may consider the property's current value, purchase price, renovation costs, projected after-repair value, leverage, borrower experience, and exit strategy.

Flexible Financing Structures

Every investment property and transaction is different. Depending on the lender and transaction, financing may be structured around factors such as:

› Loan-to-Value (LTV)
› Loan-to-Cost (LTC)
› After-Repair Value (ARV)
› Purchase Price
› Renovation Budget
› Property Value
› Borrower Experience
› Liquidity & Reserves
› Exit Strategy

A Strong Request Starts With a Strong Deal

Here's what lenders typically evaluate when reviewing a hard money financing request.

The Property

  • Property type & location
  • Current condition
  • Purchase price
  • Current market value
  • Estimated after-repair value (ARV)
  • Comparable properties
  • Renovation requirements

The Project

  • Total project cost
  • Renovation budget
  • Estimated timeline
  • Requested loan amount
  • LTV / LTC
  • Expected return
  • Projected value after improvements

The Borrower

  • Real estate investment experience
  • Credit profile
  • Available liquidity
  • Cash reserves
  • Previous investment performance
  • Financial strength

The Exit Strategy

  • Sell the property after renovation
  • Refinance into long-term financing
  • DSCR refinance for rental properties
  • Other viable repayment strategies
  • Realistic timeline to exit
  • Projected net proceeds

A Clearly Defined Repayment Plan Is Essential

Investors should have a realistic plan for repaying short-term financing. Common exit strategies include:

01

Sell the Property

Complete the renovation and sell the property to repay the loan and capture the profit.

02

Refinance

Transition from short-term financing into longer-term financing once the property qualifies.

03

DSCR Financing

For qualifying rental properties, refinance into a DSCR loan based primarily on the property's cash flow.

04

Other Strategies

Depending on the transaction, other repayment strategies may be considered by the lender.

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Common Questions

Answers to the questions investors ask most frequently about hard money financing.

What is a hard money loan?

A hard money loan is generally a short-term, asset-based financing solution secured by real estate. Unlike conventional financing, the property and overall investment opportunity can play a significant role in the lender's underwriting decision.

Who uses hard money loans?

Hard money financing is commonly used by real estate investors, developers, and entrepreneurs who need short-term capital for acquisitions, renovations, bridge transactions, and other investment opportunities.

Can I use hard money to finance a fix-and-flip?

Yes. Fix-and-flip financing is one of the most common uses of hard money. Depending on the program, financing may cover some combination of the property acquisition and eligible renovation costs.

Can I use hard money to purchase an investment property?

Potentially. Financing availability depends on the property, transaction, borrower, leverage, and lender requirements.

Do I need excellent credit?

Not necessarily. Hard money underwriting can be more asset-focused than conventional lending, but credit history, liquidity, experience, and the overall strength of the transaction may still be considered.

How quickly can I close?

Timing varies by transaction and lender. Hard money can often move faster than conventional financing, particularly when the property, borrower, documentation, and deal structure are straightforward.

How much can I borrow?

Loan amounts vary based on the property, purchase price, value, project costs, leverage, borrower qualifications, and lender guidelines.

Can I get financing if a bank turned me down?

Possibly. A conventional bank decline does not necessarily mean the transaction cannot be financed. Hard money and other alternative financing programs may evaluate the property and transaction differently.

Is hard money more expensive than conventional financing?

Generally, hard money financing carries higher costs than conventional financing because it provides greater flexibility and often faster execution. The cost should be evaluated against the potential return, timeline, and opportunity associated with the investment.

Do I need an exit strategy?

Yes. Investors should have a realistic plan for repaying the short-term financing, whether through the sale of the property, refinancing, or another viable strategy.

Can first-time real estate investors qualify?

It depends on the lender and transaction. Experience can be an important consideration, but the strength of the property, borrower's financial position, equity contribution, and overall deal structure may also influence eligibility.

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