Overviewducts
Facts on Commercial Lending.
To arrange and structure a commercial real estate debt is a complicated procedure especially in the commercial lending area.

Traditional Lenders offer high LTV's and comparative rate, but require:
• Full documentation (personal taxes and financials)
• Large down payment usually 25 to 30%
• Strong credit and experience.
• Seller carrying a 2nd T.D. are not allowed.
• Most loan programs are balloon payments due in 5,7,10 yrs.
• Most transactions take from 90 to 120 days to close.
• Property requires strong D.S.C.R's .
• Environmental studies may be needed (Phase I & II)
• Also be prepared for up front fees and others...

Hard Money Lenders:
• Will finance your property fast
• Providing that you pay interest rates between 14 to 16%.
• Points from 7 to 10%.
• Low LTV's and very short terms typically 1 to 2 years.