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The Broker's Lender

Fast. Flexible. Funding.

Crescent Lenders is a direct private money lender you can trust to work quickly for you and your client.

We primarily lend in California, but also entertain deals from other major cities across America.

Mortgage brokers, bankers and hard money lenders are all welcome partners.

We usually charge 2 points (depending on the size of the loan). This leaves enough room for you as the broker to get paid, and allows your client to get the funding they need to succeed.

Reputation is everything, come work with a lender you can trust, today and tomorrow.

  • We protect your fees on the HUD statement
  • $200K to $5 Million
  • Up to 75% loan to value ratio
  • Get funded in 5 to 7 days
  • Over 10 years experience

Our Hard Money Loans

Rates as Low as 9.75%

75% LTV

Trusted 5-Star Rating on Google

Anywhere in California

Direct Lender, Not a Broker

$200K to $2M

No Upfront Fees

Self-Employed or Foreign National

Pre-Approval in Hours, Funding Within Days

Frequently Asked Questions

Broker Referral FAQ

For Brokers

Is It Okay if I Charge 5 Points?

We expect you to be rational.

Where do you lend?

We are based in Los Angeles and primarily lend in California. However, if the deal is right, we are open to lending in major cities across the USA.

What Initial Information Is Required?

Borrowers' experience, purchase agreement, the scope of work (if fix-and-flip or construction loan), and FICO score.

Why Should I Work With You?

We are a transparent lender with competitive rates. We typically fund loans in 5 to 7 days. In the last decade, we have funded hundreds of millions of dollars. When you work with us, you gain a long-term business partner.

Our Lending Process

How Fast Can I Expect My Money?

From start to finish, the approval process can take as little as 5 to 7 business days.

How Do You Determine the Rate?

Rates are determined by:

  • the underlying value of the asset
  • the location of the asset
  • how much the borrower is putting down
  • credit score
  • additional sources of income
  • property type
How Do You Value a Property?

We will do your analysis from recently sold comparable properties and have an appraiser visit the property.

What Is the Approval Process?

The approval process involves a brief call with Russ to collect general background information regarding your financing needs and history.

After this pre-approval phone call, your information will be verified through our underwriting process.

Once verified, we will send you a term sheet. If you accept, you will receive the funds in your account.

What if My Credit Score Is Low?

While credit score is a factor, bad credit is not a deal breaker, as many factors are considered:

  • experience in the fix and flip industry
  • additional sources of income
  • most importantly, the underlying value of the hard asset
Are There Any Types of Hard Money Loans You Don’t Fund?

Crescent Lenders does not fund land, ground-up construction, or owner-occupied projects.

Our Lending Guidelines

What Is Your Max LTV?

Our maximum loan-to-value ratio is 75%.

How Much Can I Lend From Crescent Lenders?

Our loans start at $200K and go up to 2 million dollars.

What Property Types Do You Lend On?

We fund most property types, including:

Residential

  • Multi-family Investment Properties
  • Single-family Investment Properties
  • Condominiums

Commercial & Retail

  • Retail Centers
  • Office Buildings
  • Hotels & Motels
  • Healthcare & Assisted Living Facilities

Industrial

  • Industrial & Warehouse
  • Parking Garages & Lots
  • Special Purpose & Mixed Use
What Lien Positions Do You Fund?

We fund both First Trust & Second Trust Deeds.

What Term Lengths Do You Offer?

6 to 60 months, (extensions are available)

What Fees Do You Charge?

We do not require any upfront fees but charge 2 to 3 points, depending on the size and term length of the loan, and a $1500 underwriting fee.

Contact Us Today

Fast. Flexible. Funding.


Between $200k and 2 Million Dollars
Direct California Hard Money Lender (Not a Broker, Avoid the Extra Fees)
Funding Private Money Loans Such as Purchase, Refinance, Rehab, Probate, 1031 Exchanges, Cash-out
Pre-Approval in Hours, Funding Within Days