Commercial Real Estate Guide

Commercial Real Estate Financing Solutions

Invest with Confidence. Your Guide to the Right CRE Loan Vehicle.

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How to Navigate Your Loan Options

Choose from our comprehensive suite of commercial real estate financing products. Each is designed for specific property types and investment strategies.

Conventional/Permanent Loans

Ideal for stabilized, income-producing properties. Offers long-term financing with competitive rates.

Explore Permanent Loans

Bridge Loans

Short-term financing (6 months - 3 years) used to quickly acquire or transition a property before securing permanent financing.

Learn About Bridge Loans

Construction Loans

Phased financing for developing new commercial property or completing a major renovation project.

Construction Loan Details

SBA 7(a) & 504 Loans

Government-backed options, primarily for owner-occupied properties, offering longer terms and lower down payments.

View SBA Loan Programs

Hard Money Loans

Asset-based, non-bank private lending. Excellent for speed and when a property requires immediate capital or doesn't qualify for traditional financing.

Hard Money Solutions

Blanket Loans

These consolidate multiple properties under a single mortgage, allowing investors to manage a portfolio more efficiently with one payment and set of terms.

Blanket Loan Solutions
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Loan Comparison Snapshot

Quickly compare key features across the most common loan types to determine which option best fits your needs.

Feature Conventional Loan Bridge Loan SBA 504 Loan Hard Money Loan
Typical Term 5–10 Years 6 Months – 3 Years Up to 25 Years 1–3 Years
Recourse Often Non-Recourse Full/Partial Recourse Partial Recourse Full/Partial Recourse
Speed to Close Medium (30–60 Days) Fast (10–30 Days) Long (60–90 Days) Very Fast (7–14 Days)
Ideal For Stabilized Properties Value-Add & Transitions Owner-Occupied Property Quick Closings & Rehab

Our Commercial Real Estate Financing Products

Finding the right capital solution is the foundation of a successful investment. We offer a comprehensive suite of financing products, each engineered for a specific phase of the property lifecycle—from acquisition and development to long-term stabilization.
Use this guide to quickly identify the loan that matches your current strategy.
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Loan Solutions by Property Lifecycle

We categorize our financing to align directly with your investment goals and property strategy.

Lowest Cost Financing for Stabilized Assets

These loans are for income-producing properties that are fully leased and generating consistent cash flow. They provide the most favorable rates and longest terms.

Loan Type Best For Typical Term/Amortization Key Advantage
Conventional Loans Stabilized assets, purchase, or refinance. 5–10 Year Term / 20–25 Year Amortization Flexible terms tailored to local banking standards and property specifics.
Agency (Fannie/Freddie) Stabilized Multifamily (5+ units only). 5–15 Year Term / Up to 30 Year Amortization Non-recourse and high leverage for apartment properties.

Flexibility & Speed for Transitional Properties

These are short-term loans designed to provide quick capital for properties that need repositioning, renovation, or time to reach full occupancy.

Loan Type Best For Typical Term/Amortization Key Advantage
Bridge Loans Quick acquisitions, value-add renovations, or lease-up periods. 1–3 Year Term / Interest-Only Payments Speed and flexibility allow time to stabilize a property before obtaining permanent financing.
Construction Loans Ground-up development or major rehabilitation. 12–24 Month Term / Interest-Only Draws Phased funding capital is released based on verified construction progress.

Specialty Solutions for Business Owners

These products serve unique borrower profiles, particularly business owners who plan to use the real estate for their own operations.

Loan Type Best For Typical Term/Amortization Key Advantage
SBA 7(a) & 504 Loans Owner-occupied properties (51% or more business usage). 10–25 Year Term / Fully Amortizing Low down payment (as low as 10%) and long-term, fixed-rate financing where applicable.
Important: Loan terms, eligibility, interest rates and financing structures vary by lender, borrower qualifications and property type. Always verify current program requirements before applying.

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Don’t wait to finance your next big opportunity. Our commercial loan specialists are ready to guide you through the process and find the perfect financing solution for your investment.