Updated September 2026 · Hard money data: Q2 2026 · Housing data: June 2026
South Carolina hard money & DSCR rate report — Q2 2026
A source-verified snapshot of South Carolina private-lending rates and investor market conditions. Compare third-party averages to Jaken Finance Group program parameters before you model a deal.
South Carolina hard money snapshot
| Metric | Q2 2026 |
|---|---|
| Average rate | 10.18% |
| Average loan size | $265,400 |
| Sample (funded loans) | 142 |
| Jaken Finance Group program band (F&F / bridge) | 8.99%–13.5% |
Market conditions — June 2026
| Market | Median price | DOM |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston County | $495,000 | 42 |
| Greenville County | $310,000 | 32 |
| Richland County (Columbia) | $285,000 | 34 |
Sources
- HardMoneyHome.com — South Carolina hard money stats
- Redfin — South Carolina housing market
- Jaken Finance Group — current program parameters
- Editorial standards — methodology and refresh policy
See also: National rate index · Best DSCR lenders in South Carolina
Frequently asked questions
- What is the average hard money loan rate in South Carolina right now?
- South Carolina short-term (hard money) loans averaged 10.18% in Q2 2026 on an average loan of $265,400, per Lightning Docs South Carolina short-term loan averages covering 142 funded bridge, rehab, and ground-up loans. Jaken Finance Group's fix-and-flip and bridge programs run 8.99%–13.5% depending on leverage, sponsor, and exit.
- How much are homes selling for in South Carolina?
- In June 2026, medians in this report range from $285,000 to $495,000 across the markets listed below — verify current figures on linked Redfin pages.
- How do Jaken Finance Group rates compare to the state average?
- These are program parameters, not a market average: Jaken Finance Group's fix-and-flip and bridge loans run 8.99%–13.5% and DSCR rental loans 5.75%–10.5%. Your rate depends on the property, leverage, and exit — request a quote for a deal-specific number.
- Where do these numbers come from and how often is this report updated?
- Hard money figures are quarterly averages from Lightning Docs South Carolina short-term loan averages; home-price and days-on-market figures are Redfin data for June 2026. Every source is linked below, and the report is refreshed quarterly.
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