Loan program

Bridge / Hard Money Loan

Fast, asset-based capital for value-add, acquisitions, and closings that can't wait.

Rate range

9.00% – 12.00%

Max LTV / LTC

90% LTC + 100% of rehab, capped at 70–75% ARV

Term

6 – 24 months, interest-only

Short-term (6–24 month) financing for stabilization, fix & flip, and time-sensitive purchases.

Best for

  • Fix & flip and light rehab BRRRR
  • Value-add multifamily bridge to agency
  • Auction and off-market acquisitions
  • Closing before an existing sale completes

Eligibility

  • 660+ FICO
  • Prior flip experience preferred (or partnered mentor)
  • 10% liquid post-close
  • Real estate collateral — 1–100 units

Documents needed

  • Purchase contract
  • Rehab scope of work + contractor bid
  • ARV comps or appraisal
  • ID, credit auth, entity docs
  • Proof of funds for down payment + reserves

Pros

  • Fund in 7–21 days
  • Rehab funded via draws
  • No income docs on most programs
  • Interest-only payments

Considerations

  • 1.5–3 points at close
  • 9–12% rate
  • Short term — must exit via sale or refi
  • Extension fees if you miss maturity

Bridge loans are the tool for anything that isn't stabilized. Speed and flexibility come at the price of cost and risk — the return math still works when the deal is right.

The two main use cases

  1. Fix & flip. Buy distressed, renovate, sell. 6–12 month cycle.
  2. BRRRR / value-add. Buy, force appreciation, stabilize, refi to permanent DSCR or agency.

Structure

  • Up to 90% LTC + 100% of rehab funded in draws.
  • Hard cap: 65–75% of ARV — no matter what LTC math says.
  • Interest-only monthly.
  • Balloon at maturity — sell or refi.

The exit is the deal

Bridge lenders underwrite the take-out, not just the acquisition. Come to the table with a credible exit — a listing plan for flips, or a rate-locked DSCR pre-approval for BRRRR.

Common questions

Do I need flip experience?

First-time flippers can qualify with a partner who has 2+ completed flips, or by starting with a smaller loan and lower LTC.

How are rehab funds released?

In 3–6 draws tied to inspection milestones. Each draw funds 3–7 business days after inspection.

What happens if I don't finish in 12 months?

Extensions typically cost 1 point and add 0.5–1% to the rate. Better to underwrite conservatively upfront.

Ranges shown are educational. Actual pricing and terms depend on your credit, the property, and current market conditions. Nothing on this page is an offer of credit.