Fix & Flip · Business-Purpose

Fix & Flip Loans

12-month interest-only bridge loans for buy, renovate, and resell. Up to 90% of purchase and 100% of rehab, funded on 2-week draws.
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Quick answer

What is a fix & flip loan and who qualifies?

Short-term acquisition + rehab capital for investors. Fix & Flip loans give real estate investors the acquisition and rehab capital needed to buy distressed properties, renovate them, and sell for profit — typically within 6–12 months.

Reviewed and updated August 31, 2026

Key takeaways
  • 12-month interest-only loan for buy-renovate-sell (or BRRRR-refinance).
  • Up to 95% of project cost, 100% of rehab, capped at 75% ARV.
  • 10-day closings with proof-of-funds issued same day once your file and asset docs are in letters for auctions.
  • No prepayment penalty — pay off any time inside the term.
Fix & Flip loan overview

Short-term acquisition + rehab capital for investors.

Fix & Flip loans give real estate investors the acquisition and rehab capital needed to buy distressed properties, renovate them, and sell for profit — typically within 6–12 months.

Loan amount
$75,000 – $3,000,000
Max LTV
Up to 90% Purchase / 100% Rehab / 75% ARV
DSCR
N/A
Reserves
3–6 months
Terms
12–18 months interest-only
Vesting
Individual, LLC, LP, S-Corp, C-Corp, Series LLC
Free with your application

Get your Fix & Flip Deal Analysis.

Send us the property and rehab budget — we send back a full flip underwriting: ARV, max loan to purchase, 100% rehab draw schedule, projected profit, and cash-on-cash return.

  • ARV & max loan to purchase (up to 90% LTP)
  • 100% rehab budget with draw schedule
  • Projected net profit & margin
  • Cash-on-cash and annualized return
Get Your Personalized Rate QuoteTakes ~3 minutes • PDF delivered on the thank-you page and emailed

Illustration only, generated from the information you enter. Not a loan estimate, pre-qualification, commitment to lend, or approval. Formal pricing, LTV, and terms are issued only after credit review, income/asset documentation, and full underwriting.

What a fix & flip loan is

A fix & flip loan — often called a hard-money or bridge rehab loan — is short-term interest-only financing designed for investors who buy distressed property, renovate it, and either resell (flip) or refinance and hold (BRRRR) within 6–12 months. Purchase funds close at settlement; rehab funds sit in escrow and release in draws against inspection.

The three leverage limits

Three caps apply simultaneously and the tightest one wins:

  • Loan-to-cost (LTC): up to 95% of total project cost on cosmetic rehabs for investors with 6+ completed projects (90% on structural rehabs).
  • Rehab funding: up to 100% of the approved renovation budget, released in draws.
  • ARV (After-Repair Value): total loan capped at 75% of the appraised as-repaired value.

Example: $200K purchase + $50K rehab, ARV $340K. 90% × $200K = $180K purchase advance; 100% × $50K = $50K rehab; 75% × $340K = $255K ceiling. Total exposure $230K — within the $255K ARV cap. Deal works.

Who this fits

Full-time flippers, BRRRR investors, auction buyers who need 10-day certainty, and part-time investors with 1–2 completed exits per year. Maximum leverage (up to 95% of cost on cosmetic projects) requires 6+ completed projects in the last 36 months and a 700 FICO. First-time investors can still qualify on cosmetic, non-structural rehabs at lower leverage — typically 80% of total cost, 100% of rehab, 65% of ARV (70% with one completed exit) — with a 720 FICO and a rehab budget under $250,000. Structural or gut-rehab projects require at least 2 completed projects in the last 3 years, one of them structural, plus a licensed general contractor.

Rehab financing is not available in Arkansas, North Dakota, New Hampshire, South Dakota, or Vermont, and Alaska and Hawaii are exception-only.

Rates & fees

Rates typically run 9.5%–13.5% depending on experience, leverage, and market. Origination fees are 1.5–2.5 points. Interest is charged only on the drawn balance — you don't pay interest on rehab funds still sitting in escrow. No prepayment penalty at any point.

How BRRRR works with this loan

If you plan to hold, stabilize the property (finish rehab, place a tenant, season the lease 30–90 days depending on the DSCR program), and refinance into a 30-year DSCR loan. Same lender = same file = faster and cheaper takeout. The appraisal from the bridge is often re-usable.

Illustrative only. Not a quote or commitment to lend.

Free with your application

Get your Fix & Flip Deal Analysis

Send us the property and rehab budget — we send back a full flip underwriting: ARV, max loan to purchase, 100% rehab draw schedule, projected profit, and cash-on-cash return.

  • ARV & max loan to purchase (up to 90% LTP)
  • 100% rehab budget with draw schedule
  • Projected net profit & margin
  • Cash-on-cash and annualized return
Get Your Personalized Rate QuoteTakes ~3 minutes • PDF delivered on the thank-you page and emailed

Illustration only, generated from the information you enter. Not a loan estimate, pre-qualification, commitment to lend, or approval. Formal pricing, LTV, and terms are issued only after credit review, income/asset documentation, and full underwriting.

Program highlights

Why investors choose this Fix & Flip loan program

10–14 day close

Auction-ready fast closes with proof-of-funds letters same day.

Rehab funded in draws

Up to 100% of the budget funded on inspector-verified draws.

No prepayment penalty

Sell whenever the flip is ready — no exit fee.

BRRRR to DSCR

Roll straight from bridge into a DSCR loan for hold — same lender, one file.

Free with your application

Get your Fix & Flip Deal Analysis

Send us the property and rehab budget — we send back a full flip underwriting: ARV, max loan to purchase, 100% rehab draw schedule, projected profit, and cash-on-cash return.

  • ARV & max loan to purchase (up to 90% LTP)
  • 100% rehab budget with draw schedule
  • Projected net profit & margin
  • Cash-on-cash and annualized return
Get Your Personalized Rate QuoteTakes ~3 minutes • PDF delivered on the thank-you page and emailed

Illustration only, generated from the information you enter. Not a loan estimate, pre-qualification, commitment to lend, or approval. Formal pricing, LTV, and terms are issued only after credit review, income/asset documentation, and full underwriting.

Requirements

Fix & Flip qualifications at a glance

Program guidelines vary by investor. These are typical ranges — a Loan Officer confirms exact numbers on your scenario.

RequirementTypicalNotes
Minimum credit score660 (700–720 for max leverage)720 required for first-time investors.
Purchase / cost leverageUp to 95% LTC (cosmetic), 90% LTC (structural)80% LTC for first-time investors.
Rehab fundingUp to 100% of budgetReleased in 2-week draws; 10% contingency required.
ARV capUp to 75%65–70% for first-time investors.
Term12–24 months IOTerms over 15 months require management approval.
ExperienceNone on cosmetic; 2+ projects on structural6+ projects unlock max leverage.
Reserves5% of holdback plus any borrower-funded budget
Loan amount$100K – $3MLoans over $1M require committee approval.
Property types1–4 unit residential, PUD, warrantable condoNon-warrantable condo = 5% LTV reduction; rural, multifamily, mixed-use, manufactured and condotels ineligible.
Prepayment penaltyNoneSell or refi any time.

Ranges are typical program guidelines and vary by investor, credit tier, and market. Not a commitment to lend.

Use cases

Fix & Flip loan use cases

  • Single-family flips
  • 2–4 unit value-add flips
  • Auction / trustee-sale acquisitions
  • BRRRR strategy (bridge into DSCR)
Free with your application

Get your Fix & Flip Deal Analysis

Send us the property and rehab budget — we send back a full flip underwriting: ARV, max loan to purchase, 100% rehab draw schedule, projected profit, and cash-on-cash return.

  • ARV & max loan to purchase (up to 90% LTP)
  • 100% rehab budget with draw schedule
  • Projected net profit & margin
  • Cash-on-cash and annualized return
Get Your Personalized Rate QuoteTakes ~3 minutes • PDF delivered on the thank-you page and emailed

Illustration only, generated from the information you enter. Not a loan estimate, pre-qualification, commitment to lend, or approval. Formal pricing, LTV, and terms are issued only after credit review, income/asset documentation, and full underwriting.

Monthly market update

Fix & Flip rate & market update

Compiled from Freddie Mac PMMS, U.S. Treasury, and BLS releases. Figures are published with the period they cover and the date they were retrieved.

Fix & Flip fit tools

Fix and flip loan calculator: LTV, ARV, rehab, carry & profit

Model the three leverage caps every fix and flip loan has to clear (Purchase LTV, Rehab %, and ARV), estimate your interest-only carry during the rehab, and preview net profit after selling costs. Use it before writing an offer or bidding at auction.

Deal inputs

Cost & exit

Selling costs typically run 6–9% (agent commissions, transfer tax, title, minor concessions). Rehab draws are inspector-verified — interest is charged only on drawn balances.

Results

Purchase advance
$180,000

90% × purchase price.

Rehab escrow
$50,000

Released in inspector-verified draws.

ARV ceiling
$255,000

75% × ARV — hard cap.

Total loan (binding)
$230,000

Binding limit: LTC / rehab.

Cash down at close
$20,000

Purchase price − purchase advance.

Origination fees
$4,600

2 pts × total loan.

Est. monthly IO carry
$1,810

Avg drawn balance × 11% ÷ 12.

Total interest over hold
$10,863

6 months at current draw pace.

Projected sale proceeds
$82,800

ARV $340,000 − selling costs $27,200 − loan payoff $230,000.

Estimated gross profit / ROI
$47,338 (133.5% on cash-in)

Strong margin — this deal pencils on our current program.

Illustrative only. Not a quote, lock, or commitment to lend. Final purchase LTV, rehab %, ARV cap, rate, points, and reserves are determined in underwriting based on credit, investor experience, property, market, and program overlays in effect at lock.

Underwriting math

The 70% rule for flip deals

Every flip file we underwrite works backwards from ARV. If the deal doesn't clear the 70% rule after real rehab + holding + selling costs, it usually doesn't cash-flow on the flip either.

Maximum Allowable Offer (MAO)

MAO = (ARV × 70%) − rehab − holding − selling − target profit

Example: ARV $300K × 70% = $210K. Rehab $50K, holding $8K, selling costs $24K, target profit $30K. MAO = $210K − $50K − $8K − $24K − $30K = $98K. Pay more than that and margin gets thin fast.

When to flex to 75%
  • • Tight MLS inventory with strong absorption (<30 day DOM)
  • • Turnkey scope (cosmetic-only, no MEP/structural)
  • • Experienced flipper (5+ documented exits)
  • • Locked-in GC contract with GMP + 10% contingency
Rehab draws

How rehab draws are released

Acquisition funds at close (up to 90% LTP). The rehab budget is held back and released in inspector-verified draws — you never front the full rehab out of pocket.

Milestone% of rehab budgetWhat triggers release
Close & mobilization0%Acquisition funded at close (up to 90% LTP). Rehab holdback funded post-close in draws.
Demo, framing repairs, roof20%First inspection after demo and structural / roofing work complete.
MEP rough-in (plumbing, electrical, HVAC)25%Rough-ins inspected and signed off before drywall.
Drywall, insulation, exterior20%Drywall hung and finished, exterior paint / siding complete.
Interior finishes (kitchen, baths, floors)25%Cabinets, counters, flooring, trim, paint, fixtures installed.
Punch list & final10%Punch list complete, final inspection passed, ready to list.
Timeline

From close to sale — a typical 4–6 month flip

Most cosmetic-to-moderate flips run 3–5 months on rehab plus 30–60 days on the market. Heavier scope adds 60–90 days.

  1. M 0
    Close & fund

    Acquisition funded, rehab holdback opened.

  2. M 1
    Demo & rough-ins

    Demo complete, framing / roof / MEP rough-ins. Draws #1–2.

  3. M 2
    Drywall & exterior

    Drywall, insulation, exterior finishes. Draw #3.

  4. M 3–4
    Interior finishes

    Kitchen, baths, floors, trim, paint. Draw #4.

  5. M 5
    Punch & list

    Punch list, final inspection, list on MLS. Draw #5.

  6. M 5–6
    Sale or BRRRR refi

    Sell to retail buyer OR refi into 30-year DSCR loan to hold.

Exit strategies

Four ways to exit a flip

We underwrite to your primary exit but we always pressure-test a backup. If DOM stretches or the retail market softens, the BRRRR takeout is often the cleanest fallback.

Sell retail (traditional flip)

List on MLS, sell to owner-occupant. Best margins, longest DOM. Plan on 30–90 days from list to close.

BRRRR refi & hold

Stabilize, lease, refinance into a 30-year DSCR loan at up to 75% of ARV. Pull most of your cash back out, keep the asset.

Wholetail / off-market

Sell to a cash investor at a small discount to skip the retail listing period. Lower proceeds but 15–30 day close.

Novation / lease-option

Advanced play — sell under a lease-to-own arrangement. Higher price, longer collect, more complex documentation.

Builder / GC vetting

What we verify on your rehab GC

Underwriting reviews your GC package before we issue the commitment. Have these ready to speed the file.

  • Active state GC / builder license (or handyman license where allowed for cosmetic scope)
  • General liability insurance ≥ $1M and workers' comp on file
  • 3+ verifiable references from flips completed in the last 24 months
  • Written fixed-price rehab contract with scope of work per room
  • Detailed line-item budget mapped to the draw milestones
  • Realistic build schedule with weekly critical-path milestones
  • Lien waivers collected at every draw (conditional + unconditional)
  • Photos + addresses of 2+ recent finished flips of similar scope
Budget breakdown

Sample $300K ARV flip

Illustrative only — your project's split will vary by market, scope, and hold time. Contingency and holding costs are required line items on every underwritten file.

Line itemAmount% of total cost
Purchase price$180,00060%
Rehab budget (materials + labor)$65,00022%
Holding costs (IO interest, tax, insurance, utilities — 6 mo)$16,0005%
Closing costs (acquisition + refi/sale)$10,0003%
Selling costs (agent, title, transfer — ~8% of ARV)$24,0008%
Contingency (10% of rehab)$6,5002%
All-in project cost$301,500100%
Projected sale (ARV)$300,000Contract with a real retail buyer
Projected gross profit~$28,500Before financing interest and income tax
Compare financing

Flip loan vs. hard money vs. HELOC

Same deal, three financing paths. Speed, leverage, and how draws work drive most flippers to a dedicated fix & flip line.

FeatureFix & Flip loanLocal hard moneyHELOC / cash
Down payment / cash-in10% purchase + soft costs20–25% + all rehab up-frontHome equity dependent
Rehab funding100% of budget in drawsDraws (higher rate)Lump sum, borrower funds
Draw turn-time3–7 days after inspection5–10 daysN/A
QualificationExperience + credit + reservesAsset-based, credit-litePersonal DTI + home equity
LLC vestingYesYesNo — personal only
Speed to close10–15 business days5–10 days30–45 days
BRRRR refi built inSame-lender DSCR takeoutRequires re-shopN/A
Glossary

Fix & flip terms

The vocabulary underwriting, appraisers, and title use. Learn it once and every future file moves faster.

ARV (After-Repair Value)

Appraised value assuming the property is fully renovated. Flip loans typically cap at 70–75% of ARV — usually the binding leverage limit.

LTP (Loan-to-Purchase)

Loan amount ÷ acquisition price. Experienced investors can hit 90% LTP; first-time investors 80%.

LTC (Loan-to-Cost)

Loan amount ÷ (purchase + rehab + soft costs). Typically capped at 85–90%.

MAO (Maximum Allowable Offer)

The most you should pay: (ARV × 70%) − rehab − holding − selling costs − target profit. The 70% rule.

Rehab holdback

Portion of the loan reserved for the rehab budget and released in inspector-verified draws — never fronted.

IO carry

Monthly interest-only payment on the average drawn balance during the rehab and hold period.

DOM (Days on Market)

How long the finished property sits before going under contract. Every extra 30 days is real IO carry + tax + insurance.

BRRRR refi

Refinance out of the flip loan into a 30-year DSCR permanent loan once the property is stabilized and leased — the exit for buy-and-hold investors.

Experience tier

Number of documented flips completed in the last 36 months. Tiers unlock better pricing and higher LTP/LTC caps.

Seasoning

How long the loan must be in place before you can refi into a DSCR loan — typically none on same-lender BRRRR, 3–6 months elsewhere.

Ready to fund your next flip?

Send the purchase price, rehab budget, and ARV — a licensed loan officer reviews the scenario, usually the same day.

Get Your Personalized Rate Quote
Free with your application

Get your Fix & Flip Deal Analysis

Send us the property and rehab budget — we send back a full flip underwriting: ARV, max loan to purchase, 100% rehab draw schedule, projected profit, and cash-on-cash return.

  • ARV & max loan to purchase (up to 90% LTP)
  • 100% rehab budget with draw schedule
  • Projected net profit & margin
  • Cash-on-cash and annualized return
Get Your Personalized Rate QuoteTakes ~3 minutes • PDF delivered on the thank-you page and emailed

Illustration only, generated from the information you enter. Not a loan estimate, pre-qualification, commitment to lend, or approval. Formal pricing, LTV, and terms are issued only after credit review, income/asset documentation, and full underwriting.

Pros & cons

Benefits and trade-offs of a Fix & Flip loan

Pros
  • 10-day closings — competitive at auction and against cash offers.
  • Rehab budget fully funded on inspector-verified draws.
  • Interest charged only on drawn balances.
  • No prepayment penalty — exit whenever the flip is ready.
  • Seamless BRRRR takeout into a 30-yr DSCR loan.
  • First-time investors welcome on cosmetic rehabs with 720+ credit.
Trade-offs
  • Higher rates than long-term DSCR (9.5–13.5%).
  • Origination fees of 1.5–2.5 points.
  • Rehab draws require third-party inspections — build into your schedule.
  • ARV cap is the binding limit on thin-margin deals.
  • Extensions carry a re-price if the flip runs long.
Free with your application

Get your Fix & Flip Deal Analysis

Send us the property and rehab budget — we send back a full flip underwriting: ARV, max loan to purchase, 100% rehab draw schedule, projected profit, and cash-on-cash return.

  • ARV & max loan to purchase (up to 90% LTP)
  • 100% rehab budget with draw schedule
  • Projected net profit & margin
  • Cash-on-cash and annualized return
Get Your Personalized Rate QuoteTakes ~3 minutes • PDF delivered on the thank-you page and emailed

Illustration only, generated from the information you enter. Not a loan estimate, pre-qualification, commitment to lend, or approval. Formal pricing, LTV, and terms are issued only after credit review, income/asset documentation, and full underwriting.

Worked example

Fix & Flip loan worked example

A flipper buys a distressed single-family for $200,000. Rehab budget is $50,000. ARV comes in at $340,000. He has 3 completed exits and 720 credit.

Inputs
Purchase price
$200,000
Rehab budget
$50,000
ARV (as-repaired)
$340,000
Purchase advance (90%)
$180,000
Rehab funding (100%)
$50,000
Total loan exposure
$230,000
ARV cap (75%)
$255,000
Calculation
Purchase cash-in (10%)
$20,000
Rehab held in escrow
$50,000 (released in draws)
IO payment @ 11% on $180K (day 1)
≈ $1,650 / mo
Sale at ARV, less 8% costs
≈ $312,800 net
Gross profit before holding costs
≈ $62,800

Outcome: Deal works within the 75% ARV cap ($230K < $255K). Investor is in for ~$20K cash + monthly IO during the flip; projected ~$62K gross profit before holding costs.

Illustrative only. Not a rate quote, lock, offer, or commitment to lend. Binding terms appear on your Loan Estimate.

Process

Fix & Flip loan process: from scenario to close

  1. STEP 1
    Deal review

    Send address, purchase, rehab budget, and ARV comps.

  2. STEP 2
    PoF letter

    Proof-of-funds letters issued same day once your file and asset docs are in for offers and auctions.

  3. STEP 3
    Appraisal / BPO

    As-is + ARV valuation, 5–7 business days.

  4. STEP 4
    Close & fund

    Purchase funded; rehab escrowed for draws.

  5. STEP 5
    Rehab & exit

    Draws every 2 weeks; sell or refi at completion.

Free with your application

Get your Fix & Flip Deal Analysis

Send us the property and rehab budget — we send back a full flip underwriting: ARV, max loan to purchase, 100% rehab draw schedule, projected profit, and cash-on-cash return.

  • ARV & max loan to purchase (up to 90% LTP)
  • 100% rehab budget with draw schedule
  • Projected net profit & margin
  • Cash-on-cash and annualized return
Get Your Personalized Rate QuoteTakes ~3 minutes • PDF delivered on the thank-you page and emailed

Illustration only, generated from the information you enter. Not a loan estimate, pre-qualification, commitment to lend, or approval. Formal pricing, LTV, and terms are issued only after credit review, income/asset documentation, and full underwriting.

How to apply

Fix & Flip loan document checklist

Here's what to have ready when you apply. Missing items can be added during processing — but a complete file closes faster.

  • Government-issued photo ID for every guarantor
  • Entity docs — Articles, Operating Agreement, EIN, Good Standing
  • Purchase contract or auction confirmation
  • Detailed rehab budget (scope of work + line-item costs)
  • GC bid / signed contract (if using a third-party contractor)
  • Comparable sales (3 recent ARV comps within 1 mile)
  • Investor experience schedule (previous flips: addresses, purchase, ARV, sale price)
  • Two months asset statements showing reserves + rehab escrow gap
  • Homeowners / Builder's Risk insurance quote
  • Title commitment through an approved title company
  • Contractor's insurance certificates (GL + workers' comp)
FAQ

Fix & Flip loan questions, answered

The questions investors ask us most — plus the exact answers we give on the phone.

How many flips do I need under my belt?

None for a cosmetic, non-structural rehab: first-time investors qualify with 720+ credit at lower leverage (typically 80% of cost, 100% of rehab, 65% ARV — 70% with one completed exit) and a budget under $250,000. Structural or gut rehabs require at least 2 completed projects in the last 3 years. Six or more completed projects unlock maximum leverage.

What's the fastest you can close?

10 business days on a clean file with clear title and a completed appraisal or BPO. Proof-of-funds letters issued same day once your file and asset docs are in letters for auction bidding.

Is there a prepayment penalty?

No. Sell or refinance any time inside the 12-month term with no exit fee.

Do you fund the rehab labor?

Yes — up to 100% of the rehab budget, released in inspector-verified draws every 2 weeks.

Can I be my own contractor?

Yes on smaller SFR projects if you have documented construction experience. Larger projects and all 2–4 unit builds require a licensed third-party GC.

How does BRRRR takeout work?

Finish the rehab, place a tenant, then refinance into a 30-year DSCR loan. Same lender means same file — takeout typically closes in 10 business days.

What's the ARV cap and why does it matter?

Total loan is capped at 75% of the after-repair value (65–70% for first-time investors). On a thin-margin deal it's the binding constraint — even if the cost and rehab math allow more.

How are draws inspected?

Third-party inspection with photos, plus a lien waiver from the GC. Funds wire within 24 hours of sign-off.

What credit score do I need?

660 minimum on most tiers; 700 is required for the highest-leverage cosmetic programs and 720 for first-time investors.

How high are the origination fees?

Typically 1.5–2.5 points depending on experience, leverage, and total loan size.

What if the rehab runs over budget?

Overruns come from your reserves first; then optionally a supplemental draw request that requires a new inspection and possibly a new appraisal.

Do you lend on auction properties?

Yes — we issue same-day PoF letters and can close in 10 days once title is clear. Auctions with 21-day timelines are standard for us.

Which calculators should I run before financing a rental?

Start with the DSCR calculator to test rent against the payment, then the cap rate calculator for the unlevered yield, the cash-on-cash return calculator for the levered year-one return, and the ARV calculator when the plan involves a rehab. All outputs are illustrative estimates, not an approval, an offer of credit, or a commitment to lend.

Do the calculators work for every state?

No. Results are shown only for the states where we arrange financing, where Simply Approved Mortgages LLC arranges business-purpose investment property financing. Selecting any other state withholds results — the check runs on our servers and fails closed.

Can I share or save my calculator results?

Yes. Every calculator produces a share link that encodes the scenario inputs only — names, emails, phone numbers, and addresses are never included — plus a copy-to-clipboard summary of the key numbers you can paste into an email or a deal memo.

What is Simply AI and can it approve my loan?

Simply AI explains the figures already shown on the page in plain English. It provides educational explanations only, does not quote rates, does not confirm eligibility, and cannot approve financing. Rates, eligibility, fees, and terms are subject to verification and change — speak with a licensed loan originator before making a financing decision.

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Deal comparisons

Program availability, leverage, and terms vary by state and program. Business-purpose, non-owner-occupied investment property only; owner-occupied use is not supported. Simply Approved Mortgages LLC is a mortgage broker and arranges — but does not make — loans. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Free with your application

Get your Fix & Flip Deal Analysis.

Send us the property and rehab budget — we send back a full flip underwriting: ARV, max loan to purchase, 100% rehab draw schedule, projected profit, and cash-on-cash return.

  • ARV & max loan to purchase (up to 90% LTP)
  • 100% rehab budget with draw schedule
  • Projected net profit & margin
  • Cash-on-cash and annualized return
Get Your Personalized Rate QuoteTakes ~3 minutes • PDF delivered on the thank-you page and emailed

Illustration only, generated from the information you enter. Not a loan estimate, pre-qualification, commitment to lend, or approval. Formal pricing, LTV, and terms are issued only after credit review, income/asset documentation, and full underwriting.

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Before you apply, it's smart to know exactly where your credit stands. MyITINCredit offers a $1 trial for 15 days that includes all three credit reports and scores (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion), plus ongoing credit monitoring so you can catch errors, dispute inaccuracies, and watch for identity theft.

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  • Ongoing monitoring alerts you to new accounts or score changes
  • Fix errors early — cleaner credit can widen your investor loan options
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Credit report fees are paid directly to the credit vendor. Simply Approved Mortgages does not profit from the credit pull. MyITINCredit is an independent third-party service; pricing, terms, and features are set by that provider.

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