Hard Money & Foreclosure Bailout Loans
A hard money loan is a short-term, asset-based loan, typically secured by real estate, and issued by private lenders or investment groups rather than traditional banks.
Here's a breakdown of what that means:
- Short-term: These loans are designed to be paid back quickly, typically ranging from a few months to a few years (e.g., 6-36 months)
- Asset-based: The loan approval is primarily based on the value of the collateral (usually the property itself), rather than the borrower's credit history and income.
- Higher Risk, Higher Cost: Due to the faster approval process and less stringent underwriting compared to traditional mortgages, hard money loans typically come with higher interest rates and fees.
- Private Lenders: Hard money lenders are usually private individuals or companies specializing in this type of financing, unlike traditional banks or credit unions.
Common Uses: Hard money loans are popular among real estate investors, especially those involved in:
- Fix-and-flip projects: Buying properties, renovating them, and quickly reselling them for a profit.
- Bridge financing: Providing temporary funding until a longer-term loan or sale can be finalized.
- Acquiring distressed properties or those with unique characteristics that might not qualify for traditional loans.
- Land acquisition and development.
- Commercial property deals.
Key differences from traditional mortgages:
- Speed: Hard money loans are known for quick approval and funding, often within days or weeks, compared to the weeks or months for traditional mortgages.
- Approval Criteria: Hard money lenders prioritize the property's value and potential, while traditional lenders focus more on the borrower's credit score, income, and debt-to-income ratio.
- Interest Rates: Hard money loans generally have higher interest rates (e.g., 8-15%) compared to traditional mortgages.
- Repayment Terms: Hard money loans have shorter repayment periods, usually six months to a few years, compared to 15-30 years for traditional mortgages.
- Down Payment: Hard money loans often require a larger down payment (typically 20-35%) than traditional mortgages if you are purchasing a property.
Regulation: Hard money lenders are not subject to the same strict regulations as traditional lenders.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Quotes Within 2-4 Hours
- Funding Within 5-7 Days
- Loan Amounts - $100,000 - $5,000,000
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Position Loans
- Owner and Non-Owner Occupied Rental Property
- No Application Fee
- No Upfront Costs
EVERYONE QUALIFIES!
- No Income Documents
- No Bank Statements
- No Tax Returns
- No Appraisals
- Bad Credit Ok
- Currently in Foreclosure Ok
FORECLOSURE BAILOUT LOANS
- Cash out is allowed
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Position Loans
- Owner and Non-Owner Occupied (rental property)
- $100,000 minimum loan
- No Appraisal
- Bankruptcy filed is ok (it must be dismissed before closing on the loan)
- Property listed for sale is ok (close our loan to catch up arrears then continue to sell)
- Currently In Default On Your Property Taxes Is Ok
- Have Judgments Or Liens Attached To The Title Is Ok
- In Probate Is Ok As Long As You Have The Authority To Act For The Estate
Call me if you need this type of loan and I can take your information over the phone. I'll fill out the quick quote form for you OR you can click the button below to fill out the form and submit it.
I can get you a quote usually within 2-4 hours and the loan can close within 10 business days.
** Note that the property must be located in California.