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NEW! One Time Close Fix to Rent Loan
Now available nationwide in all states that we lend in.
12 Months: Interest Only
Month 13+: Long Term Rate Based on Qualifications
One time processing fee of 5%
A TRUE one time close with a savings of approximately $1,500-2,500!
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We're not just another private or hard money lender.
Securing funding for real estate investing can be a challenge and drain your time and resources. Banks are reluctant to provide real estate investing funding, finding private lenders for real estate loans is difficult, and getting a flexible real estate owner-financed loan is next to impossible. Investor Loan Source (ILS) was designed with you in mind and was created by real estate investors for real estate investors to solve the problems of financing. Our single mission is to provide high-quality investment property loans to private real estate investors with the lowest costs possible.
Our process for providing real estate investor funding is unique. We place more emphasis on the hard asset and value of the collateral (property) and less on the borrower. Our asset-based real estate investment loan model means we can provide more money to more investors than is available from standard bank loan models. If you’ve been seeking out a hard money loan for a real estate investment, you know that finding lenders who will loan cash for buying and fixing properties on a short timeline is difficult. At ILS, providing real estate investor loans is our business; it’s all we do. We offer several business real estate loan products designed to serve a variety of investor and property profiles, including loans for properties to sell on owner finance.
Your customer experience matters to us. Our loan products were created to meet the needs of today’s investor, our office staff is reliable and highly trained, and we have simplified a typically arduous process. ILS is more than simply a lender for real estate investors; we’re your partner in building a successful and lucrative real estate business. When you work with ILS to finance your real estate deals, you’ll find the products and the help you need to take your business to the next level.
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Resources to help make you successful.
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Different Types of Investment Loans for Real Estate Property
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Determining Fair Market Rent for Your Rental Property
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Home Staging Tips for Fix and Flip Properties
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Money Maker or Money Pit?
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The Basics of House Flipping
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How to Add Curb Appeal
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What Newbie Real Estate Investors Should Do in Lockdown
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A Letter from Our CEO, Tom Berry
As I write this letter, I can’t help but think that this will probably be the craziest, most unpredictable experience of my lifetime. First, I hope you and your family members are well and are in good spirits and optimistic about the future. I read in a “good book” one time that “without vision, the … Read more
Estimating Cash Flow on Multi-Family Rental Property
In the real estate industry, having skills in math is a must, especially when there’s profit involved. According to investment lenders, by estimating the potential cash flow, seasoned investors can tell if the multi-family rental property on the table is worth the time and money or not. The good news is, you don’t have to … Read more
How Hard Money Loans Can Help Close Deals Quickly
Hard money loans are an excellent choice for purchasing a property that you intend to flip or use as a rental. They can be easier to obtain than other loans, especially for borrowers that don’t have a high credit score or are looking for faster funding than traditional loans provide. If you’re purchasing real estate investment … Read more
Why Choose a Hard Money Loan for Distressed Property Deals?
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The Perks of Investing in Commercial Property
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Hard Money Lending vs. Crowdfunding: A Realty Test
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Top Considerations before Investing in a Real Estate Project
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Top Hard Money Loan Exit Strategies
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The Five C’s of Securing a Commercial Real Estate Loan
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Investing in Transitional Properties With Hard Money Loans
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Tips for Avoiding Common Hard Money Lender Scams
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