📍 Serving Long Island • NYC • Brooklyn • Queens • Suffolk • Nassau • Westchester

Hard Money Lenders New York
Private Lenders • Bridge Loans • Commercial & Construction Financing

Hard money lenders in New York are private real estate lenders that provide short-term financing based on a combination of property value, deal strength, and borrower experience rather than traditional bank underwriting. These loans are commonly used for fix and flips, bridge financing, rental property acquisitions, commercial real estate, and ground-up construction projects.

We are a direct private lender in New York funding deals across Long Island, NYC, Brooklyn, Queens, and Westchester. Close in as little as 7–10 days with fast underwriting, flexible guidelines, and investor-focused lending programs built for real estate operators.

  • ✔ Fix & Flip Loans up to 90% purchase / 100% rehab
  • ✔ Bridge Loans for acquisitions, cash-out, and repositioning
  • ✔ DSCR Rental Loans based on property cash flow (no tax returns)
  • ✔ Commercial Loans for 5+ unit apartments and mixed-use buildings
  • ✔ Ground-Up Construction Financing for experienced developers

LONG ISLAND EXPERTS
Suffolk & Nassau Focus
7–10 DAY CLOSE
NYC Bridge & Investment Loans
INVESTOR FOCUSED
Fix, Flip, Build & Hold

Core New York Lending Markets

Commack
Smithtown
Patchogue
Islip
Oyster Bay
Babylon
Huntington
Riverhead
Brooklyn
Westchester
Albany
Buffalo
Rochester
Syracuse

New York’s Direct Private Lending Capital Source

HardMoneyMan.com LLC is a direct private real estate lender specializing in New York investment properties. For nearly three decades, we have funded experienced investors across the state with fast, flexible capital for fix & flip loans, bridge financing, DSCR rental loans, commercial properties, and ground-up construction. We are not brokers — we deploy private capital directly.

$3B+
Total Real Estate Capital Deployed
28 YRS
New York Lending Experience
24-HR
Rehab Draw Processing

Fast, Reliable Funding for
New York Real Estate Investors

Investors across New York State rely on our direct private lending platform for fast execution and flexible capital. We fund real estate projects in major metro and upstate markets, including fix & flips, bridge loans, DSCR rental financing, commercial properties, and ground-up construction.

New York Loan Programs

FIX & FLIP

Short-term financing for purchasing and renovating investment properties across New York.

DSCR RENTAL

Rental property loans based on cash flow rather than personal income or tax returns.

SPEC BUILD

Ground-up construction financing for experienced New York developers.

COMMERCIAL / BRIDGE

Flexible financing for 5+ unit, mixed-use, and transitional commercial properties.

Built for speed, execution, and flexibility for serious New York real estate investors.

Hard Money & DSCR Loans in New York State

Direct private lending across New York State, funding real estate investors in major metro, suburban, and select upstate markets where traditional banks and institutions do not lend efficiently.

🌆 NYC & Metro Investment Markets

Investors in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Bronx, Staten Island, Westchester, and surrounding metro areas use our DSCR loans New York and bridge financing to acquire and scale rental portfolios without traditional income verification.

  • ✔️ 30-Year DSCR Rental Financing (Cash Flow Based)
  • ✔️ 5+ Unit & Mixed-Use Commercial Bridge Loans
  • ✔️ Fast NYC & Metro Acquisition Financing

🏡 Long Island & Upstate New York

From Nassau and Suffolk County to select upstate markets including Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse, we provide hard money financing for fix & flip, bridge, and development projects.

  • ✔️ 90% LTC Fix & Flip Financing
  • ✔️ Ground-Up Construction Loans for Developers (no rural areas)
  • ✔️ 24-Hour Rehab Draw Turnaround

DSCR Loans New York – Rental Property Financing

Our DSCR loans New York program is designed for real estate investors building and scaling rental portfolios across NYC and Long Island. These loans qualify based on property cash flow rather than personal income, making them ideal for investors with multiple properties or complex financials.

DSCR loans are commonly used for 1–4 unit residential investment properties, including townhomes and warrantable condos. Investors benefit from long-term 30-year financing, competitive rates, and streamlined approvals without W-2s or tax return requirements.

  • Up to 80% Loan-to-Value
  • Minimum DSCR typically 1.05x–1.10x
  • 30-year rental financing
  • Entity (LLC) closings required
  • Close in as little as ~14 days

From Brooklyn brownstones to Queens multi-family properties and Long Island rentals, DSCR loans provide the flexibility investors need to grow efficiently in New York’s competitive market.

New York Lending Structure (How We Actually Underwrite Deals)

Our New York lending is structured across three distinct underwriting models: program-based real estate financing (fix & flip, construction, bridge, and commercial loans), DSCR cash-flow lending for rental properties, and a separate category of true asset-based loans typically capped around 50% loan-to-value for equity-driven or distressed opportunities.

✔️ Program Loans: Fix & Flip, Construction, Bridge, Commercial
✔️ DSCR Loans: Cash Flow Based Rental Financing
✔️ Asset-Based Loans: ~50% LTV Equity-Driven Bridge Capital

Recently Funded New York Deals

Real results for New York investors. From Brooklyn Mixed-Use to Long Island Fix & Flips.

📍 Bushwick, Brooklyn Brownstone

$1.2M Rehab Bridge Loan

3-unit acquisition. Investor used a hard money loan New York to renovate all 3 units.

  • Timeline: Closed in 8 Days
  • Strategy: Purchase & Rehab

📍 The Bronx, NYC • 2-Unit Rental

DSCR Rental Purchase

Investor utilized a DSCR loan New York to acquire a rental property based solely on the 1.1x cash flow ratio.

  • Ratio: 1.1x DSCR
  • Term: 30-Year Fixed

📍 Nassau County, LI • Single-Family

Fix & Flip Financing

Investor secured a fix and flip loan New York for 90% of purchase and 100% of the renovation costs.

  • Leverage: 90% Purchase / 100% Rehab
  • Speed: 7-Day Funding

📍 Astoria Queens, NYC • 4-Unit Multifamily

Rental Portfolio Refinance

Cash-out refinance of a 4-unit building in Queens using a DSCR loan New York to scale the investor’s holdings.

  • LTV: 75% Cash-Out
  • Qualification: Asset Cash Flow

Local Market Insights

  • Brooklyn: High-demand neighborhoods like Bushwick and Williamsburg have strong rehab potential.

  • Queens: Multi-family properties in Astoria and Flushing offer excellent cash flow opportunities.

  • Manhattan: Asset-based loans perfect for high-value commercial and mixed-use properties.

  • Staten Island: Single-family and small multi-family projects benefit from fast-close hard money.

  • Nassau & Suffolk Counties: Suburban properties for flips or rentals, no income doc loans available.

Why Choose Hard Money Loans in New York?

  • Fast approvals: Decisions in hours.

  • Flexible terms: 12 months, interest-only options available up to 30 year terms.

  • Local expertise: Each borough evaluated by experts familiar with neighborhood trends.

  • Wide coverage: Servicing NYC boroughs and Nassau & Suffolk counties as well as upstate (non rural areas).

Serving Investors Beyond New York

Many New York investors acquire properties in neighboring states. We provide hard money loans throughout
New Jersey
and
Connecticut,
allowing investors to scale their portfolios across state lines with consistent underwriting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a hard money loan in New York?

A short-term real estate loan in New York secured primarily by property value and equity rather than income, tax returns, or employment verification. Used for investment properties and redevelopment projects.

How do hard money loans work in New York?

Loans are underwritten based on property value, after-repair value (ARV), equity position, and exit strategy. These loans are faster than traditional bank financing and are commonly used for fix and flip and bridge scenarios.

What is a DSCR loan in New York?

A DSCR loan is a rental property loan where approval is based on the property’s cash flow (debt service coverage ratio) rather than personal income or tax returns.

What is the difference between DSCR, fix & flip, and bridge loans?

Fix & flip and bridge loans are short-term, value-based financing used for acquisitions and renovations. DSCR loans are long-term rental loans based on cash flow, not property renovation or resale value.

What loan-to-value (LTV) ratios are typical?

Most New York investment loans range from 60% to 75% LTV depending on property type and borrower experience. True asset-based lending is typically capped around 50% LTV for equity-focused deals.

What is a commercial hard money loan in New York?

A commercial hard money loan finances 5+ unit properties, mixed-use buildings, retail, office, and investment-grade commercial real estate in New York, typically based on asset value and deal strength.

How quickly can funding close?

Most New York hard money loans close in 7 to 10 days, with preliminary approvals often issued within 24 to 48 hours.

What types of properties qualify?

Eligible properties include single-family homes, 2–4 unit properties, multifamily buildings, 5+ unit apartments, mixed-use buildings, and commercial real estate throughout New York.

What credit score is required?

Credit requirements vary: typically 620 for fix & flip loans, 660 for DSCR loans, and 680 for ground-up construction. Asset-based loans may not require a minimum credit score.

Can loans be closed in an LLC?

Yes, all New York investment loan programs can be closed in LLCs or business entities for liability protection and investment structuring.

When should you not use a hard money loan?

Hard money loans are not suitable for primary residences or long-term conventional financing. They are best used for short-term investment and transitional real estate projects.