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Residential Conventional

SFR's, 1-4 Units and PUD's with conventional financing.  Usually "A" credit grades.  For lower credit grades and high-end qualifying ratios, see Sub-Prime programs. Most conforming and jumbo programs are underwritten to FNMA guidelines for "packaging-out" for sale (or potential sale) after funding.


Sub-Prime or "Hard-Money"

SFR's, 1-4 Units and PUD's with non-conventional financing.  Usually "B-D" credit grades or higher  qualifying ratios. Most lenders are "equity" lenders and base lending decisions on property values, subordinate financing levels. Be advised, many lenders fund with private investors and base decisions on drive-by or personal inspections on a case-by-case basis.

 

Second Trust Deeds

Residential properties.  Subordinate financing programs.  Underwriting both to FNMA and own guidelines.  For lower credit grades and high-end qualifying ratios, see Sub-Prime programs.


Manufactured Housing

Mobile and modular homes both on fixed (permanent) foundations and on "wheels" (chattel mortgages).   FNMA guidelines require a fixed foundation.  However, portfolio lenders will consider  conventional financing without a fixed foundation.


Commercial/Investment Categories

Multi-Unit Residential (5+)

Multi-Unit Investment Residential properties are a commercial product designed for apartment complexes, buildings and limited co-op's.  Underwriting to lender's own guidelines, LTV and Debt coverage ratios.  Be advised, many lenders have minimum loan amounts or maximum number of units. 

 

Commercial and Industrial

Investment  properties a commercial product designed for investment, owner-user and special use properties.   Underwriting to lender's own guidelines, LTV and Debt coverage ratios.  Be advised, many lenders have minimum loan amounts or limit lending to certain property type or specific areas of investment.

 

Specific and Short-Term Financing

Construction Programs

Programs for both residential and commercial properties.  Some lenders offer take-out financing and permanent financing options. 


Unimproved Property (Land, Acreage and Pads)

Programs for both residential and commercial properties.  Some lenders offer longer terms and higher LTV ratios.  Generally, most lenders require a 50% and limit lending to specific use or zoning requirements. 


Bridge Loans (Swing Loans)

Short-term interim financing for both residential and commercial properties. Generally, these are interest-only loans with a duration of 1 year (or so).  These lenders consider investments on a case basis.