FAQ
Hard money exit, DSCR, and construction — common questions
Straight answers on DSCR refinance, LLC borrowing, short-term rentals, seasoning, and new construction — the objections investors raise most before booking a call.
What is a hard money exit / DSCR refinance?
A hard money exit (also called a DSCR refinance or takeout) replaces a short-term bridge or flip loan with a longer-term, typically 30-year DSCR rental loan based on the property’s rent versus PITIA — not your personal W-2 income. Investors use it to stop balloon risk, lower payments, and sometimes pull cash out after rehab and lease-up.
What is a DSCR loan?
A DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) loan qualifies investment property financing using rental income relative to the property’s PITIA payment. The common formula is Gross Rent ÷ PITIA. Many programs publish floors around 0.75–1.05×, with stronger pricing often nearer 1.2×. No personal tax returns or W-2s are typically required for DSCR programs.
Can I finance investor new construction?
Yes. Capital Advisor shops ground-up and new construction programs for spec and build-to-rent projects. Public market ranges often include experience-tiered LTC/ARV leverage, draw schedules, and 12–24 month terms. Exact terms depend on the capital partner, your track record, and the project.
Can I close a DSCR loan in an LLC?
Most DSCR and investor programs are designed for entity borrowers (LLC, corp, or similar). Some states require an entity. Guarantor credit still matters. Capital Advisor will flag entity requirements when matching you to a partner.
Do short-term rentals (Airbnb/VRBO) qualify for DSCR?
Many capital partners offer STR DSCR using market rent studies (e.g., AirDNA-style) or actual STR income, often with program-specific DSCR floors and LTV caps. Availability and documentation vary by partner and market — ask before assuming your vacation rental qualifies.
Is there a seasoning requirement after a flip or purchase?
Seasoning rules vary widely. Some partners allow refinance to market value after a stated period (often around 90 days or 3–6 months); others use cost-basis caps in early months. Hard-money exits from the same or affiliated capital channels sometimes waive seasoning. Capital Advisor will confirm the overlay that applies to your file.