Here is a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) explaining the terms on the rate sheet:

 


Fix & Flip Term Sheet FAQ

PROPERTY DETAILS

  1. Subject Property Address: The location of the property being financed.
  2. Loan Purpose: The reason for the loan. In this case, it’s for purchasing a property.
  3. Loan Type: Specifies the type of financing. “FixNFlip” refers to loans for purchasing and renovating properties to resell for profit.
  4. Property Type: Indicates the type of property (e.g., Single-Family Residence – SFR).
  5. Number of Properties: The total properties covered by the loan.

LOAN TERMS SUMMARY

  1. Estimated Loan Amount: The total loan amount being offered.
  2. Rate: The annual interest rate on the loan, expressed as a percentage.
  3. Origination Fee: A fee, as a percentage of the loan, charged for processing the loan.
  4. Term: The duration of the loan. “13 Months Interest Only” means payments cover interest only for 13 months.
  5. Initial Payment: The monthly payment at the beginning of the loan.
  6. Payment Once Fully Drawn: The monthly payment after the full loan amount, including rehab funds, is disbursed.

BORROWER INFO

  1. Primary Sponsor Name: The main person responsible for the loan.
  2. Entity Name: The legal entity borrowing the funds.
  3. Qualifying FICO Score: The credit score of the borrower used for loan qualification.
  4. Loan Guaranty: Indicates whether the loan is “Full Recourse,” meaning the borrower is personally responsible for repayment.

LEVERAGE CALCULATIONS

  1. Blended Loan to Cost (LTC): The percentage of the total project costs covered by the loan.
  2. Rehab Budget LTC: The percentage of the rehab budget financed by the lender.
  3. Currently Projected ARV: The percentage of the current loan amount compared to the After Repair Value (ARV).
  4. Max Allowable ARV: The lender’s maximum loan amount as a percentage of the projected ARV.

LOAN STRUCTURE SUMMARY

  1. Estimated ARV (After Repair Value): The projected market value of the property after renovations.
  2. Purchase Price: The agreed-upon price for acquiring the property.
  3. Construction Budget: The estimated cost for property renovations.
  4. Existing Payoff: The balance of any existing loans on the property.
  5. Total Loan Fees & Costs: The total fees and costs associated with the loan.
  6. Estimated Loan Amount: The projected loan value based on the terms and structure.

LOAN COSTS – PAID AT CLOSING

  1. Origination Fee: A percentage of the loan amount charged at closing.
  2. Underwriting and Processing Fee: Costs for reviewing and approving the loan application.
  3. Legal Fee: Charges for legal services associated with the loan.
  4. Broker Fee: The fee paid to the broker facilitating the loan.
  5. Broker Processing Fee: Any additional broker-related fees.
  6. Estimated Cash Due From Borrower at Close: The amount of cash the borrower needs to bring to closing.

LOAN COSTS – PAID OUTSIDE CLOSING

  1. Upfront Valuation Fee: A fee for appraising the property. This is determined later.
  2. Draw Fee, Per Property Inspected: A fee charged for each draw inspection during construction or rehab. This fee is subtracted from the draw amount.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  1. General Contractor (GC): A licensed contractor who may be required for new construction or heavy rehab loans.
  2. Permits: Required legal documents for certain types of property improvements.
  3. ACH Payments: Loan payments must be made through Automated Clearing House (ACH) transfers. Canceling this setup may incur a fee.
  4. Disclaimer: The terms on the sheet are for informational purposes only and not a binding commitment to lend.

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