Short-term financing

Short-Term Equity-Based Mortgage Financing

An equity-based program may qualify an eligible property primarily from its collateral and available equity rather than traditional income or debt-to-income calculations.

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Designed for a defined short-term need

This type of financing should begin with a realistic exit strategy, such as sale, refinance or another documented source of repayment. Interest-only payments do not reduce principal.

Property and borrower review still apply

Potentially eligible properties may include owner-occupied homes, second homes, investments, one-to-four-unit residences and condos. Credit, value, lien position, title and the complete transaction remain subject to underwriting.

Specialized terms require careful comparison

The source program described equity-based qualification without income or DTI, credit scores beginning at 600 and loan amounts up to $5 million. Those features are not guarantees and may carry materially different rates, fees and risks from long-term mortgage financing.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about short-term equity-based mortgage financing

Why is an exit strategy important?

Short-term interest-only financing does not reduce principal, so the borrower needs a realistic way to repay through sale, refinance or another documented source.

Is equity-based financing the same as a standard mortgage?

No. It can have different terms, costs, risks and underwriting. It should be compared carefully with longer-term financing alternatives.

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