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Residential Bridge Loans Nationwide

Close Fast. Finance Properties Banks Won't Touch.

When timing matters and traditional lenders say no, residential bridge loans give you the speed and flexibility to secure multifamily and mixed-use properties without the wait.
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CCIM Designated Since 1980

Elite commercial real estate credential held by less than 6% of practitioners, ensuring advanced investment analysis and market expertise.

40 Years Real Estate Experience

Four decades of solving complex financing challenges and creating investment opportunities for property owners and investors across Florida.

Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

Fully licensed and compliant with Florida regulations, providing professional oversight and accountability throughout your financing process.

Asset-Based Lending Approach

We focus our underwriting on property value and exit strategy, not just your credit score, making approval faster and more accessible.

Bridge Loans for Multifamily Properties

Short-Term Financing That Moves at Your Speed

Residential bridge loans provide short-term capital for investors acquiring, refinancing, or repositioning multifamily properties, mixed-use buildings, and 5+ unit apartments. These loans typically close in 7 to 14 days and are structured around the property’s value rather than traditional bank requirements. You’re not waiting months for committee approvals or navigating rigid underwriting that ignores the actual deal in front of you.

This financing works for properties that need repositioning, have low occupancy, require renovations, or simply need to close faster than a bank can move. The goal is simple: get you into the property quickly so you can execute your business plan, then refinance into permanent financing or exit through a sale when the timing makes sense for you.
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Commercial Real Estate Financing Advantages

What You Get with Bridge Financing

Fast access to capital means you can compete in markets where cash is king and hesitation costs you the deal.

You'll close in 7 to 14 days instead of waiting 30 to 60 days or longer for traditional bank approval.

Your credit score and tax returns won't disqualify you when the property fundamentals and exit strategy are solid.

You can finance properties with deferred maintenance, low occupancy, or mixed-use configurations that banks routinely reject.

Interest-only payment structures keep your monthly costs low while you stabilize occupancy or complete renovations.

You'll compete with cash offers because sellers and listing agents know your financing will actually close on time.

You maintain full control over your exit strategy, whether that's refinancing into permanent debt or selling when market conditions favor you.

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Provide basic contact details and your estimated credit score.

Select Investment Type

Choose the property or project you’re planning to finance.

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Answer a few quick questions so we can tailor your loan options.

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Our team reviews your submission and follows up with next steps.

Private Money Lender Nationwide

Why Investors Choose Private Lending Over Banks

Traditional banks underwrite the borrower. We underwrite the property. That difference changes everything when you’re trying to move quickly on a multifamily acquisition or you’re working with a property that doesn’t fit a conventional box.

Banks want two years of tax returns, debt-to-income ratios that ignore the property’s actual cash flow, and appraisals that take weeks. They’ll reject a perfectly good deal because the building is 60% occupied instead of 85%, or because you’re self-employed and your income documentation doesn’t fit their automated system. By the time they say no, you’ve already lost the property to someone who could close faster.

Bridge financing focuses on what matters: the property’s value, the market it sits in, and your plan to either stabilize it or exit. If the deal makes sense and the equity is there, you’re not getting tangled in bureaucracy. You’re getting a term sheet, an appraisal, and a closing date. For investors in Nationwide where inventory is competitive and cash buyers dominate, that speed is the difference between building your portfolio and watching opportunities go to someone else.
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5+ Unit Apartment Loans Florida

What's Included in Your Financing Structure

Bridge loans for residential and multifamily properties typically cover acquisition costs, refinance payoffs, and in some cases, renovation capital for value-add deals. Loan-to-value ratios can reach 75% to 85% depending on the property condition and your exit strategy, and terms generally run from 12 to 24 months with options to extend if needed.

Most structures are interest-only during the loan term, which keeps your carrying costs manageable while you work through lease-up, renovations, or repositioning. You’re not making principal payments every month while the property is still underperforming. That cash flow flexibility matters when you’re stabilizing occupancy or upgrading units to command higher rents.

The application process is streamlined compared to conventional financing. You’ll need property details, an exit strategy, and enough equity to support the loan amount. Credit and income still get reviewed, but they’re not the primary drivers of approval. If the property supports the loan and you have a clear path to repayment, you’re moving forward. The entire process from application to funding typically takes 7 to 14 days, and in some cases faster if the deal is straightforward and time-sensitive.
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Residential Bridge Loans FAQs

Common questions about our Residential Bridge Loans services

Residential bridge loans typically cover single-family investment properties, multifamily buildings with 5 or more units, mixed-use properties where residential is the primary component, and small apartment complexes. Properties with low occupancy, deferred maintenance, or value-add potential are often good candidates because our underwriting focuses on the property’s stabilized value and your exit strategy rather than its current condition. Mixed-use buildings are generally acceptable as long as the residential portion represents at least 51% to 67% of the income and square footage, though this can vary by lender. If the property is owner-occupied or you’re planning to live in one of the units, that changes the loan structure and timeline due to regulatory requirements, but it’s still possible. The key is that the property needs to support the loan amount based on its current or after-repair value, and you need a clear plan for either refinancing into permanent financing or selling the property within the loan term.
Bridge loans typically close in 7 to 14 days from application to funding, and in some cases faster if the deal is straightforward and all parties are responsive. Traditional bank loans for investment properties usually take 30 to 60 days minimum, and often longer if there are appraisal delays, underwriting questions, or committee approvals required. The speed difference comes down to how the loan is underwritten. Banks are verifying your income, running your financials through automated systems, and checking off boxes for regulatory compliance. We evaluate the property’s value and your exit strategy. There’s still an appraisal, title work, and loan documents to review, but the process is streamlined because the focus is on the asset, not your tax returns from two years ago. If you’re in a competitive market where sellers are choosing between multiple offers, being able to close in two weeks instead of two months makes your offer significantly more attractive, even if you’re not paying the highest price.
Interest rates on residential bridge loans in Florida typically range from 10% to 12%, though this can vary based on the property type, loan-to-value ratio, and your experience as a borrower. You’ll also see origination fees, often called points, ranging from 1% to 3% of the loan amount. These rates are higher than conventional bank financing, but you’re paying for speed, flexibility, and access to capital that wouldn’t otherwise be available. Most bridge loans are structured as interest-only payments during the term, which keeps your monthly carrying costs lower than a fully amortizing loan. The term is typically 12 to 24 months, with options to extend if you need more time to execute your exit strategy. When you’re evaluating whether a bridge loan makes financial sense, compare the total cost of the loan against the opportunity cost of not being able to close the deal at all, or the cost of missing out on a property that fits your investment criteria. For many investors, paying a higher rate for a short period is worth it if it allows them to acquire a property that will generate strong returns once stabilized.
No, you don’t need perfect credit to qualify for a residential bridge loan, but your credit will still be reviewed as part of the overall application. We focus primarily on the property’s value and your exit strategy, which means we’re more flexible on credit scores than traditional banks. We’ll work with borrowers who have credit scores in the 600s, and in some cases lower if the deal is strong and the loan-to-value ratio is conservative. What matters more is whether you have enough equity in the property to support the loan, whether the property’s value justifies the loan amount, and whether your plan for repayment is realistic. If you’re planning to refinance into permanent financing, we want to know that you’ll be able to qualify for that loan once the property is stabilized. If you’re planning to sell, we want to see that the market supports your exit price. Self-employed borrowers, 1099 contractors, and investors with multiple LLCs often find bridge loans more accessible than bank loans because the underwriting isn’t centered on W-2 income and tax returns. The property is the collateral, and if the property supports the loan, your credit becomes less of a barrier.
Yes, bridge loans are often used specifically for properties that need renovations, have low occupancy, or require repositioning to reach their full value. Traditional banks typically won’t finance properties with significant deferred maintenance or occupancy below 85% because those properties don’t fit their risk profile. We evaluate the property’s after-repair value or stabilized value, not just its current condition. If you’re buying a 10-unit apartment building that’s 50% occupied and needs unit upgrades, a bridge loan can cover the acquisition and, in some cases, provide additional capital for the renovation work. The loan is structured around what the property will be worth once it’s stabilized, and your exit strategy would typically involve refinancing into permanent financing once occupancy is higher and the property is generating consistent cash flow. Some lenders offer renovation draws or escrow accounts where repair funds are held and released as work is completed, similar to a construction loan. This structure protects both you and the lender by ensuring the money is used for its intended purpose and the property’s value is actually increasing as planned.
The terms “bridge loan” and “hard money loan” are often used interchangeably, but there are some subtle differences in how they’re structured and used. A bridge loan is specifically designed as a short-term financing solution that “bridges” the gap between one transaction and another, such as buying a new property before selling your current one, or acquiring a property before securing permanent financing. Hard money loans are also short-term and asset-based, but they’re often associated with higher interest rates and are used for riskier deals like fix-and-flip projects or properties in poor condition. Both types of loans focus on the property’s value rather than the borrower’s credit or income, and both close much faster than traditional bank loans. In practice, many private lenders offer products that fall somewhere in between, and the specific terms will depend on the lender, the property, and your exit strategy. What matters most is understanding the rate, fees, term length, and whether the loan structure aligns with your investment plan. If you’re comparing options, ask about the total cost of the loan, the repayment structure, any prepayment penalties, and what happens if you need to extend the term.

Submit Property Details and Exit Plan

Provide the property address, purchase price or refinance amount, and your plan for stabilization or exit. This takes minutes, not days.

Property Evaluation and Term Sheet

An appraisal is ordered and the property's value, condition, and income potential are reviewed. You'll receive a term sheet outlining rates, terms, and closing timeline.

Close and Fund in Days

Once terms are agreed and title work is clear, the loan closes and funds are wired. Most transactions complete in 7 to 14 days.