San Mateo County · California

Hard Money Loans in
Hillsborough, CA

Hard money and private capital for Bay Area investors — Fix & Flip, Ground Up Construction, Stabilized Bridge, and DSCR Rental loans in Hillsborough. Close in 5–10 business days.

5–10
Day Close
90%
Max LTV (F&F)
100%
Rehab Financed
No
Income Docs (DSCR)

Hillsborough Real Estate Investment Market

Market Insight

Hillsborough is the Peninsula's premier estate enclave, with a century-long history of housing San Francisco's wealthiest families. The town bans apartments, condos, and commercial activity — creating a pristine single-family market where private lending is the default for high-value transactions.

Hillsborough investors are primarily focused on ultra-luxury estate renovation, high-value fix-and-flip, and custom mansion construction. With over $4M median home price, private capital is often the fastest and most flexible financing tool available.

Stabilized BridgeFix & FlipGround Up
CountySan Mateo County
StateCalifornia
Price TierUltra-Luxury
Median PriceOver $4M median home price
Investor FocusStabilized Bridge, Fix & Flip, Ground Up
Upper HillsboroughLower HillsboroughCrystal SpringsCrocker

Private Loans Available in Hillsborough

All five loan products are available in Hillsborough and throughout San Mateo County. No income docs required for DSCR loans.

Typical Hillsborough Investor Profile

Investor Profile

Premium investors and custom builders targeting Hillsborough's unincorporated estate community — no multi-family, no sidewalks, no commerce — just some of the most valuable single-family properties in the United States.

Speed Over Everything

In competitive markets like Hillsborough, a 5–10 day close wins the deal. Conventional lenders can't compete with private money speed.

No Income Verification

Our DSCR rental loans qualify based on the property's cash flow, not your W-2. Self-employed investors and business owners are welcome.

Asset-Based Lending

Approval is based on the property's value and your investment plan — not a bureaucratic credit file. Credit scores as low as 620 considered.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hillsborough

What types of investment loans do you offer in Hillsborough?
We offer Fix & Flip bridge loans, Ground Up Construction loans, Stabilized Bridge loans, Single Property DSCR Rental loans, and Rental Portfolio blanket loans — all available for residential investment properties (non-owner-occupied) in Hillsborough and throughout San Mateo County.
How fast can I close a hard money loan in Hillsborough?
Most fix & flip and bridge loans in Hillsborough close in 5–10 business days from completed application. Ground-up construction loans typically take 10–15 business days due to draw schedule review. Speed is our primary advantage in Hillsborough's competitive investment market.
What LTV do you lend for fix-and-flip loans in Hillsborough?
We lend up to 90% of purchase price and 100% of rehab costs on fix-and-flip loans in Hillsborough, subject to a maximum of 75% of the after-repair value (ARV). Given Hillsborough's over $4M median home price, this allows investors to finance the majority of their acquisition and renovation costs with minimal equity required upfront.
Do you lend on multifamily properties in Hillsborough?
Yes — we lend on 1–4 unit residential investment properties in Hillsborough, including single-family homes, condos, duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes. All properties must be non-owner-occupied investment properties. We do not lend on owner-occupied primary residences or commercial properties.
What is a DSCR loan and does it make sense for Hillsborough rentals?
A DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) loan qualifies based on the rental income the property generates, not the borrower's personal income or tax returns. For Hillsborough landlords — especially self-employed investors — this removes the biggest obstacle to portfolio growth. We lend up to 80% LTV on DSCR loans in Hillsborough.

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Get pre-qualified in minutes. No income docs. No tax returns. Close in 5–10 days.

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