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    Compare Real Estate Lenders & Loan Types (2026)

    Honest lender and loan-type comparisons for real estate investors — Kiavi vs Lima One, DSCR vs hard money, fix-and-flip vs bridge, and Jaken Finance Group focus-market context.

    Pick a comparison below — each page uses side-by-side tables, who-it-fits-for sections, and a worked scenario. National platforms compete on scale; focus-market lenders compete on local economics and property type.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How do I compare hard money lenders fairly?
    Model the same deal file across lenders: LTC/LTV, rate, points, extension fees, draw inspection lag, minimum interest, and exit path. Acknowledge where each lender genuinely wins — national scale vs local comp discipline.
    DSCR vs hard money — which do I need?
    Hard money for short-term acquisition and rehab with a defined resale or refi exit. DSCR for stabilized rental holds qualified on property cash flow — not personal W-2 income.
    Are these comparisons endorsements?
    No. Pages are editorial and educational. Competitors named are separate companies; verify current term sheets before you model a pro forma.

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