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Updated almost 9 years ago,
Can I use Business Line for Hard Money down payment and points?
Hey BP, I hope is well in your ventures. I am working on getting funding for my first fix and flip and wanted your opinions on my way in without spending much (or any) out of pocket money.
Current situation:
Business Line of Credit : $15,000 @ 16%
Business Credit Card: $10,000 @ 10.9%
(Zero balances on both)
Liquid Reserves: $10,000 (personal account)
Here are my hard money lenders terms:
Finance 90% of Purchase + Repairs or up to 75% of the ARV, whichever is lower
12.99% APR
3.9 points at closing + credit line admin fee (if applicable)
2 year term
No pre-pay penalty
I plan on purchasing low at first. I'm looking to be $60k-$75k all-in (property and rehab)
My questions are:
1) My lender recommends having 20% capital upfront. 10% for the downpayment, 4% points and 6% for cash reserves. He also requires a bank statement(s) to show the funds (they do not need to be seasoned).
I'm thinking about writing a check to myself for $10k from the LOC and putting it with my $10k reserves. That way I can show the 20% he needs to see on my statement.
Heres the tricky part I need help with:
After he approves me and I receive the proof of funds, can I take the $10k I moved from my LOC and put it back before I have to make a payment? I figure, once he sees it in the account via the bank statement, why keep the $10k in the account if I won't need it for the down payment or points.
2) What would you consider a good ARV for this amount to work? I want to make sure that when I get the comps pulled, I will have a decent spread to profit.
I hope I explained this without confusing everyone. I look forward to seeing your responses