Hard Money Lenders Fort lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale Hard Money Loans for Fix and Flips and Ground Up Construction
Fort Lauderdale
Fix & Flip Loan
Sample Deal
Home Fort Lauderdale
Loan Amount $780,000
90% of Purchase + 100% of Rehab
  • Rate: 10.75%
  • 12 Months
  • Points: 2.0%
  • 14 Days to Close

Why We’re The Best Hard Money Lender In Fort Lauderdale

We pride ourselves on being one of the best hard money lenders in Fort Lauderdale for Fix and Flips, GUC, Rentals, and Multifamily investments.

Competitive Terms

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We provide competitive Terms on Fort Lauderdale investment property loans. Fort Lauderdale Fix and Flip Loan rates range from 10.5%-11.25% and a 1.5%-2.99% Origination Fee. DSCR Loan Rates range from 6.75% to 7.99% and 1.0% Origination Fee.

See our Loan Products Section for a detailed pricing breakdown of each Fort Lauderdale loan product.

Simple Online Application

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Real Estate investors can apply online, get pre-approved, or schedule a call in 2 minutes. Working with Ridge Street is simple and fast.

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Quick Turn Around

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Our team is always available to take your call. If you submit a Quick Application or a Pre-Approval Application we’ll get back to you within 1 business hour.

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Reliable Financing

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Integrity and honesty are the foundations of our business. When we commit to a loan, we make sure you close on time.

Fort Lauderdale Hard Money Loan Products

We provide fast and fairly priced Fix & Flip, DSCR and Construction Loans to local investors in the Fort Lauderdale area.

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Fix and Flip

Funding For Rehab + Purchase

$50,000 up to $3,000,000

Interest Rate 10.5%-11.25%

Origination Fee From 1.5%

Up to 90% of Purchase and 100% of Rehab

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DSCR Loans

30 Year DSCR Loans For Rental Properties

Up to $2,000,000

Interest Rate 6.75%-8.25%

Origination Fee From 1.0%

Up to 80% of LTV

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Ground Up Construction

For New Builds and Construction Completion

Up to $3,000,000

Interest Rate 10.99%-12.25%

Origination Fee From 2.0%

Up to 75% of Purchase and 100% of Construction

Up to 90% LTC

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You’re Local In Fort Lauderdale, You Want A Lender Who Knows The Fort Lauderdale Market

Understanding the Fort Lauderdale market

Fort Lauderdale's real estate market is a thriving hub for investors, offering a mix of luxury properties, waterfront homes, and high-demand rental opportunities. With its strong tourism industry, vibrant economy, and desirable location, the city attracts both short-term rental operators and long-term investors. Emerging neighborhoods and renovation projects present excellent opportunities for those seeking to add value to properties. As a trusted Florida-based lender, Ridge Street Capital is dedicated to helping real estate investors capitalize on Fort Lauderdale's dynamic market with customized financing solutions.

Local Experience Boost Program
For Fort Lauderdale Real Estate Investors

If you have local fix and flip or ground-up construction experience in Broward County within the last 3 years, we’ll increase your leverage on our hard money loans for fix and flips.

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Fort Lauderdale Experience Boost Program Summary

The purpose of the local experience boost program is to give investors with local experience a 5% increase in leverage:

  • If you have 1 Experience In Broward County with a successful exit, we’ll increase your leverage to 85% of the purchase + 100% of the rehab.
  • If you have 3 Experiences with 1 in Broward County, we’ll increase your leverage to 90% of purchase + 100% of Rehab.
  • Any investors with 5+ experiences in the last 3 Years and 680+ credit, automatically qualify for 90% of Purchase + 100% of rehab.

Fort Lauderdale Hard Money Loan process

Our lending process for Fort Lauderdale investment properties is simple and quick. Ridge Street closes loans in as little as 7 business days.

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Apply Or Get Pre-Approved Online
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Fill out a 2 Min Quick App with info about your Fort Lauderdale based project. We need some preliminary information so that we can accurately evaluate your deal.
If you’re looking to be pre-approved so that you can find your next deal or you’d like to get more info from on of our team members, select an option below.
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Receive Your Term Sheet
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Once we have your completed application, we’ll email you the term sheet and give you a call to provide confirmation.
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Submit Docs
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Once you’ve accepted the Loan Terms, we’ll collect your remaining documents and begin underwriting the loan. We have a low document program with no income statement documentation.
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Appraisal or BPO
~ 2-7 days
Once you've submitted your documents, an appraisal will be ordered and completed In 2-7 days.
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Closing
~ 1-2 days
Once we have the completed document package, we'll schedule your closing within 1-2 business days.

Featured Fort Lauderdale Hard Money Loan

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Fort Lauderdale Deal Summary

An experienced Broward County investor secured a $780,000 loan from Ridge Street Capital, covering 90% of the purchase price and 100% of the rehab costs.

The deal involved a distressed waterfront property in Fort Lauderdale, poised for transformation into a luxury home targeting high-end buyers.

With a tight 12-day timeline, Ridge Street provided competitive terms and efficient processing. The investor’s expertise in high-end rehabs and the property’s prime location projected a return on investment exceeding 35%.

Frequently Asked Hard Money Loan Questions

How do I qualify for a hard money loan in Fort Lauderdale?

To qualify for a hard money loan in Fort Lauderdale with Ridge Street you need:

  • A Credit Score of 640+

  • A profitable deal with at least a 10% ROI

  • An LLC or a Corporation Registered In Florida

What types of properties can I finance with a hard money loan in Fort Lauderdale?

Ridge Street finances the following property types:

  • Residential 1-4 Units

  • Multifamily 5-25 Units

  • Commercial

What are the interest rates and terms for hard money loans in Fort Lauderdale?

Depending on the sponsors experience and credit profile, rates range from 10.5%-11.25%. Ridge Street’s median rate for a hard money loan on a fix and flip in Fort Lauderdale is 11,00% interest only with no pre-payment penalty.

How fast can I get a hard money loan in Fort Lauderdale?

Ridge Street closes hard money loans in as little as 7 business days.

Are there any state-specific regulations for getting a hard money loan in Fort Lauderdale?

Ridge Street’s hard money loans are business purpose loans. This means that we can only lend to borrowers with entities (LLC or Corp) registered in Florida.

Can I use a hard money loan to finance a fix and flip in Fort Lauderdale?

Absolutely. This is the main use of a hard money loan in Fort Lauderdale.

What is the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio for a hard money loan in Fort Lauderdale?

There are a number of ratios that Ridge Street uses to determine the Loan Amount. Put simply, for a first time investor we finance up to 80% of the Purchase + 100% of the Rehab. For an experienced investor, we finance up to 90% of the Purchase + 100% of the Rehab.

Can I use a hard money loan to finance a rental property in Fort Lauderdale?

You can use a hard money loan to purchase and renovate a rental property. You can then refinance with a DSCR Loan (This is called the BRRRR Strategy). If the property is rent ready at purchase, there is no need for a hard money loan and you can go straight into DSCR financing.

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