FAQs
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What is a private real estate loan?
A private money loan loan is an asset‑backed loan secured by real estate—ideal for acquisitions, rehab projects, or bridge financing or taking money out as an equity loan.
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How quickly can Westridge close a loan?
We typically close in 7–14 days—much faster than traditional mortgage timelines.
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What types of loans does Westridge offer?
We offer a range of asset‑based loans preferred by active real estate investors, including: Investment, long or short term loans, Fix‑&‑flip, Bridge loans, Construction financing, Rental property loans, Commercial property loans. Basically asset based loans.
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What criteria does Westridge use to approve loans?
We focus primarily on the property itself—its equity, value, and post-rehab potential. That means minimal documentation, and flexible approval terms.
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What kind of documentation is typically required?
We need as much information as you can provide on the property itself. At a minimum we need: Property address and photos, Purchase contract or refinance statement, Renovation or construction budget, HUD or closing statement from the original purchase if this is an Equity out loan.
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What are your interest rates, points, and fees?
Rates typically fall between 9.5-12.25%, with origination fees (points) around 3.5 points of the loan amount. We’ll provide a full breakdown in your term sheet, including any appraisal, BPO, or closing costs.
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Do you require borrower credit checks or minimum scores?
We perform light credit checks, low credit scores or credit history gaps do not disqualify you.
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Is an appraisal required to close?
Most loans do require a Broker Price Opinion (BPO), and sometimes an appraisal, depends on each deal.
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What is your typical loan-to-value (LTV) or loan-to-cost (LTC)?
We underwrite conservatively. Typical limits:
LTV: 60–75% for Investment properties
LTV: 70–80% for Single Family Homes.
LTV: 50% on Land or Lots.
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Are there prepayment penalties?
Yes, typically 2 years, but this is negotiable.