Atlanta - Seeking Private Lender: $200K Bridge Loan, 60% LTV, Strong Exit Strategy
Member since 2026 · 8 posts · 6 votes
I'm seeking a private lender or hard money lender for a $200K bridge loan for 4-5 months.
THE DEAL:
Collateral:
- Primary residence in Atlanta
- Current value: $1,600,000
- Existing debt: $755,000 (1st mortgage $605K + HELOC $150K)
- Requested loan: $200,000
- Total LTV: 60%
- Equity cushion: $645,000
Borrower Profile:
- Annual income: $300,000+ (stable consulting contracts - 15+ years)
- Current net worth: $1.69M
- Own 3 properties (primary + 2 investment properties)
- Own established consulting business (The PM Group)
- Experienced business owner
Purpose:
- $125K: Wine bar build-out (Pour Intentions - opening March 2026)
- $75K: Reserves
Exit Strategy:
- $77,000 refunded for Tenant Improvement (Expected March 2026)
- SBA 7(a) loan for $350,000 closing April-May 2026
- Will pay off bridge loan immediately from SBA proceeds (guaranteed exit)
- Backup HELOC refinance
Terms Sought:
- Amount: $200,000
- Term: 4-5 months
- Rate: 10-12%
- Points: 2-3
- Payment: Interest-only monthly
- Prepayment: No penalty
Timeline:
- Ready to provide full documentation immediately
- Can close in 15-20 days
- All property docs, income verification, business plan available
Why This is Low Risk:
- Overcollateralized (only 60% LTV vs typical 75%)
- High, stable income (can service debt 10x over)
- Multiple income streams
- Guaranteed exit (SBA loan)
- Short duration (4-5 months)
- Experienced borrower
I'm looking for a private lender who understands asset-based lending and can move quickly. Happy to provide any additional information, documentation, or references.
If you're interested or can refer me to someone, please DM me or reply here.