Hard Money Loans for Real Estate Investors
Approved in days, not months. Flexible terms tailored to your deal.
Hard money loans are short-term, asset-based loans designed for real estate investors, fix-and-flip projects, and bridge financing. We approve based on property value and deal potential, not credit score or income verification.
Who Hard Money is Ideal For
- Real estate investors seeking fast capital
- Property flippers needing quick funding for purchase and renovation
- Bridge financing to close gaps between property sales
- Borrowers with non-traditional credit or income verification challenges
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How Hard Money Works
Hard money lending is straightforward: we approve based on the property and deal potential, not your credit score or income. Here's what you need to know.
Loan Structure & Terms
Hard money loans are asset-based, meaning approval depends on the property value and your deal, not income verification. Typical loans range from $50,000 to $5 million, with loan-to-value (LTV) ratios between 60–75% of the property's after-repair value (ARV).
Interest rates typically range from 8–15% depending on market conditions, loan amount, and property type. You'll also pay origination fees (1–3% of the loan amount) and may have points upfront. Repayment terms are usually 6–24 months, with interest-only payments during the loan period.
Unlike traditional mortgages, hard money loans are short-term bridge financing designed to get your project funded fast, then you exit via sale, refinance, or long-term hold.
Approval Criteria
Asset-Based Focus: We approve based on the property value and deal potential, not your credit score or debt-to-income ratio. This means you can get approved even if traditional banks say no.
Property Value is Key: The property's current condition and after-repair value (ARV) determine how much we can lend. We'll order an appraisal to verify property value and condition.
Flexible Credit: While we review credit history, it's not a deal-breaker. We focus on your ability to execute the project and your exit strategy (sale, refinance, hold).
Your Exit Strategy Matters: We want to understand how you'll repay the loan—through selling the flipped property, refinancing into a traditional mortgage, or holding as a rental. A solid plan increases approval odds.
Fast Approval Timeline
Speed is a hard money advantage. While traditional banks take 30–60 days, we move fast:
- Day 1: Initial consultation and application. We respond same day.
- Days 2–3: Property appraisal and initial underwriting. We move quickly to assess the deal.
- Days 4–7: Final underwriting and approval. For qualified deals, approval is often 3–7 business days.
- Days 8–10: Closing and funding. We can close in as little as 7–10 days if all documents are ready.
Compare that to traditional banks: 30–60 days for underwriting, appraisal, and closing. If you're buying a property at auction or need capital fast, hard money is the answer.
Common Use Cases
Hard money loans work best for investors and builders who need fast capital and have a clear exit strategy:
Fix-and-Flip Projects
Buy an undervalued property, renovate it, and sell for profit. Hard money funds both acquisition and renovation in one loan, letting you complete the project faster.
Bridge Financing
Need short-term capital to bridge the gap between buying a new property and selling your current one? Hard money gets you funded in days, not weeks.
Construction & Development
Building new homes or major renovations? Hard money provides phased funding tied to project milestones, with flexible terms that match your construction timeline.
Investment Properties
Buying rental properties or multi-family buildings? Hard money offers flexible terms and fast approval, perfect for investors who need to move quickly in competitive markets.
Auction Purchases
Winning an auction requires cash in days. Hard money gets you funded fast so you can close and take control of the property immediately.
Why Hard Money Makes Sense
Speed: Approved in days, not weeks. Perfect for time-sensitive deals and auctions.
Flexibility: We focus on the deal and property, not your credit score or income. Asset-based lending opens doors traditional banks won't.
Simple Process: No endless paperwork or surprise requirements. We're transparent about terms and fees upfront.
Expert Support: We understand real estate investing. We've worked with hundreds of flippers, builders, and investors—we get your deal.
Ready to discuss your hard money loan? We respond same day and can often approve qualified deals in 3–7 days.
Get Your Hard Money QuoteWhy Choose Brentwood Pacific for Hard Money
We're not just another lender. We specialize in hard money deals and understand what it takes to close fast.
Specialized Fix-and-Flip Expertise
We focus exclusively on hard money and investment properties. Our team understands fix-and-flip projects inside and out—from ARV calculations to construction timelines to investor exit strategies. No generic lending here.
Same-Day Response, Days to Approval
We respond to inquiries same day and can approve qualified deals in 3–7 business days. Traditional banks take weeks. Time matters in this business, and we get it done.
Flexible Terms Tailored to Your Deal
Every deal is different. We customize terms based on your project timeline, exit strategy, and property profile. Interest-only during renovation, bridge financing, construction-to-flip—we work with you, not against you.
Local Orange County Market Knowledge
We know Orange County neighborhoods, property values, and investor networks. That local insight helps us move fast and understand your deal in context. We're not an out-of-state call center.
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