Looking to build up your commercial real estate portfolio this year? Did you know private lending is reshaping the mortgage market? If you or your investing team don’t qualify for certain types of financing, an asset-based hard money loan may be the way to go. Sound enticing? Read on to learn the 5 reasons why hard money is the best option for commercial real estate loans! 1. Fast Commercial Real Estate Loans The application and approval pr...

Experts say real estate purchases are expected to increase in 2018, which means now is a great time to start flipping houses or to increase the number of flips you are doing. House flipping is the process of buying a home in fair to poor condition, renovating it, and putting it back on the market. It’s an investment of time and money to get a decent (or sometimes great) return in a short amount of time. Many flippers entering the market use...

Real estate investing is no longer just about buying your dream home. For many people, it’s a way to generate income. Real estate investment can be extremely exciting and profitable. It’s also one of the oldest forms of investing. Before stocks and bonds were traded, real estate investing was a way for people to grow their wealth. But most people can’t afford to buy real estate on their own. They need help. Banks aren’t al...

What’s the right borrowing option for you? There seems to be an endless assortment of money borrowing options out there. From loans to mortgages to lines of credit, navigating this financial world can be confusing and intimidating. But it doesn’t have to be. With a little research, you too can understand the ins and outs of money loans. Before you opt for a hard money loan, you should learn a few things about them. Being well prepared...

Applying for a loan can put you in a vulnerable position, and it’s easy to feel like you are powerless. After all, you are the one asking for financial assistance, and if you’ve been treated badly by banks in the past, your confidence may have taken a hit. The truth is, when you’re seeking a loan, you have more power than you think. Due to the rise of alternative lenders, even those who may have been turned down for a bank loan ...

With so many banks and private lenders advertising loan solutions, it can be tough to figure out which one is right for you. But when you need a loan quickly, or when you can’t or don’t want to use traditional routes to obtain your loan, your choices are drastically reduced. That’s where California hard money loans come in. If you’re wondering what a hard money loan is, and whether it’s the right choice for you, keep...

Taking the leap to expand in business is scary, especially if you have to take out a commercial loan. No one likes being in debt. Thoughts about what could happen to your company and employees are enough to keep any business owner awake at night. But when you take out a loan for the right reasons, it can also be the pathway to growth. That’s why we’re sharing with you 7 reasons why your business needs a commercial loan. But first, let...

Your credit score shouldn’t be the only thing standing between you and a home. While a bad credit score might make getting a loan impossible, it doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to your dreams of homeownership. Nearly one-third of Americans have a bad credit score, meaning one in three people can’t get a bank loan to help them buy a house. But without a bank loan, it is virtually impossible to save the cash to buy a home up ...

When it comes to real estate investments, commercial hard money loans are usually one of the go-to options for investors. They are ideal solutions to those situations when you need loans quickly. Depending on your lender, there are several requirements that you’ll need to fulfill. Most importantly, you need real estate assets to use as collateral. Lenders may also require income documentation, credit score, and debt coverage figures. Whatev...