Here is a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) explaining the terms on the rate sheet:
Fix & Flip Term Sheet FAQ
PROPERTY DETAILS
- Subject Property Address: The location of the property being financed.
- Loan Purpose: The reason for the loan. In this case, it’s for purchasing a property.
- Loan Type: Specifies the type of financing. “FixNFlip” refers to loans for purchasing and renovating properties to resell for profit.
- Property Type: Indicates the type of property (e.g., Single-Family Residence – SFR).
- Number of Properties: The total properties covered by the loan.
LOAN TERMS SUMMARY
- Estimated Loan Amount: The total loan amount being offered.
- Rate: The annual interest rate on the loan, expressed as a percentage.
- Origination Fee: A fee, as a percentage of the loan, charged for processing the loan.
- Term: The duration of the loan. “13 Months Interest Only” means payments cover interest only for 13 months.
- Initial Payment: The monthly payment at the beginning of the loan.
- Payment Once Fully Drawn: The monthly payment after the full loan amount, including rehab funds, is disbursed.
BORROWER INFO
- Primary Sponsor Name: The main person responsible for the loan.
- Entity Name: The legal entity borrowing the funds.
- Qualifying FICO Score: The credit score of the borrower used for loan qualification.
- Loan Guaranty: Indicates whether the loan is “Full Recourse,” meaning the borrower is personally responsible for repayment.
LEVERAGE CALCULATIONS
- Blended Loan to Cost (LTC): The percentage of the total project costs covered by the loan.
- Rehab Budget LTC: The percentage of the rehab budget financed by the lender.
- Currently Projected ARV: The percentage of the current loan amount compared to the After Repair Value (ARV).
- Max Allowable ARV: The lender’s maximum loan amount as a percentage of the projected ARV.
LOAN STRUCTURE SUMMARY
- Estimated ARV (After Repair Value): The projected market value of the property after renovations.
- Purchase Price: The agreed-upon price for acquiring the property.
- Construction Budget: The estimated cost for property renovations.
- Existing Payoff: The balance of any existing loans on the property.
- Total Loan Fees & Costs: The total fees and costs associated with the loan.
- Estimated Loan Amount: The projected loan value based on the terms and structure.
LOAN COSTS – PAID AT CLOSING
- Origination Fee: A percentage of the loan amount charged at closing.
- Underwriting and Processing Fee: Costs for reviewing and approving the loan application.
- Legal Fee: Charges for legal services associated with the loan.
- Broker Fee: The fee paid to the broker facilitating the loan.
- Broker Processing Fee: Any additional broker-related fees.
- Estimated Cash Due From Borrower at Close: The amount of cash the borrower needs to bring to closing.
LOAN COSTS – PAID OUTSIDE CLOSING
- Upfront Valuation Fee: A fee for appraising the property. This is determined later.
- 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
- General Contractor (GC): A licensed contractor who may be required for new construction or heavy rehab loans.
- Permits: Required legal documents for certain types of property improvements.
- ACH Payments: Loan payments must be made through Automated Clearing House (ACH) transfers. Canceling this setup may incur a fee.
- Disclaimer: The terms on the sheet are for informational purposes only and not a binding commitment to lend.
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