Hard Money Lenders Tampa

Tampa Hard Money Loans for Fix and Flips and Ground Up Construction
Tampa
Fix & Flip Loan
Sample Deal
Tampa Fix and Flip House
Loan Amount $325,000
85% of Purchase + 100% of Rehab
  • Rate: 10.75%
  • 12 Months
  • Points: 2.5%
  • 10 Days to Close

Why We’re The Best Hard Money Lender In Tampa

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

Competitive Terms

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We provide competitive Terms on Tampa investment property loans. Tampa Fix and Flip Loan rates range from 10.5%-11.25% and a 21.5%-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 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.

Tampa Hard Money Loan Products

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

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Tampa Fix and Flip Loan

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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Tampa DSCR Loan

30 Year DSCR Loans For Rental Properties

Up to $2,000,000

Interest Rate 6.75%-7.99%

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 Tampa, You Want A Lender Who Knows The Tampa Market

Understanding the Tampa market

Tampa's real estate market is a hotspot for investors, fueled by steady population growth, a strong job market, and rising demand for rental properties. Known for its affordability compared to other major Florida cities, Tampa offers prime opportunities for fix-and-flip and buy-and-hold investments. Savvy investors can find excellent deals in emerging neighborhoods and value-add properties. As a dedicated Florida-based lender, Ridge Street Capital specializes in providing tailored financing solutions to real estate investors in Tampa.

Local Experience Boost Program
For Tampa Real Estate Investors

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

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Tampa Experience Boost Program Summary

The purpose of the local experience boost program is to give investors with local experience and strong credit, an increase in leverage:

  • If you have 1 Experience in Hillsborough County with a successful exit, we may increase your leverage to 85% of the purchase + 100% of the rehab.
  • If you have 3 Experiences with 1 in Hillsborough County, we may 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.

Tampa Hard Money Loan process

Our lending process for Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa Hard Money Loan

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Tampa Deal Summary

A seasoned Tampa-based investor utilized Ridge Street Capital to secure a $325,000 loan, covering 85% of the property purchase price and 100% of the rehab budget.

With prior fix-and-flip experience, the borrower showcased strong project management skills, which expedited the underwriting process.

The property required moderate updates to align with Tampa's competitive housing market, with projected profits exceeding 25%.

Ridge Street’s flexible terms helped the investor preserve capital for contingencies, ensuring the project stayed on track. The loan closed in under two weeks, allowing the borrower to move quickly on a promising investment opportunity.

Frequently Asked Hard Money Loan Questions

How do I qualify for a hard money loan in Tampa?

To qualify for a hard money loan in Tampa 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 Tampa?

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 Tampa?

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 Tampa is 10.75% interest only with no pre-payment penalty.

How fast can I get a hard money loan in Tampa?

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 Tampa?

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 Tampa?

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

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

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 Tampa?

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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