Funding questions in Lancaster County often start with the property itself: an older house in the county seat and a newer one up toward Indian Land don’t always fit the same loan. Here’s what investors ask most.
I’m not a lender. These answers are education, with no rates, terms or recommendations.
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Straight answers
Is Ben Lovro a hard money lender in Lancaster SC?
No. Ben is an investor and borrower, not a lender. This page is education about funding options, and it doesn’t recommend specific lenders.
What are fix and flip loans?
Short-term loans, often from hard money lenders, used to buy and renovate a property before selling or refinancing it. Many include rehab funds released in draws. See hard money loans.
Will lenders finance an older house in the city of Lancaster that needs a full gut?
Some will and some only do lighter cosmetic work. Ask each lender directly whether they lend on heavy scopes and how they inspect and release draws.
How do rehab draws work?
You complete a portion of the work, request a draw, the lender inspects, then releases funds. Ask exactly how long each step takes, because slow draws stall contractors.
Can I refinance a Lancaster rental with a DSCR loan?
Investors often refinance renovated rentals with DSCR loans, which qualify largely on whether rent covers the debt payment. See DSCR loans.
Can I borrow from a friend instead of a lender?
You can, but document it like any loan: a note, a recorded mortgage, insurance naming the lender and an attorney. Taking money from several people can raise securities issues.
What are red flags when choosing a lender?
Fees before underwriting, pressure to sign right away, no interest in the property or scope, and vague answers about default.
What should I bring to a lender meeting?
The address, matching sold comps, a line-item scope with contingency, your contractor and schedule, your exit plan and an honest account of your experience.