Bridge loans (also called hard money loans) are the short-term financing investors use to acquire and rehab properties. The economics depend on getting ARV, LTC, and the draw schedule right.
Everything we've written on bridge financing — exit strategies, ARV underwriting, the draw process, and the MAO formula.
Before you make an offer, make sure the numbers work. Here’s the exact formula professional flippers use to price every deal.
From submitting your first draw request to receiving funds: here’s what to expect, step by step.
Your ARV determines your loan size, rate, and often whether your deal closes at all. Here’s how lenders calculate it, and how to make yours stronger.
Your exit matters as much as your entry. Here’s how to pick the right bridge-loan exit before you even close.
Insurance is non-negotiable on a flip — and most lenders require it. Here's a breakdown of the key policies every fix-and-flip investor needs.
Most investors can ballpark the purchase price and rehab — but those aren't the only line items. Here are the costs that quietly eat into your ROI.
Single-family flips get the spotlight, but condos can be a quieter, less competitive lane for the right investor. Here's what to know before pulling the trigger.
Accurately estimating after-repair value (ARV) is crucial to project success. It's also the number most lenders use to size your loan.