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Category #7 of 15Buy Before Selling

Bridge Loans

Bridge loans eliminate the stress of contingent purchase offers. Access temporary funds secured by your current home's equity to put down a non-contingent winning offer on your new home before selling the old one.

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Best For

Homeowners Buying Before Selling & Opportunistic Investors

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Program at a Glance

Down Payment
Equity-based
Credit Score
Varies (often 640+)
Occupancy
Current home / new purchase
Term
Short-term (≈ 6–12 mo)
Property Type
Residential

Key Program Highlights & Advantages

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Allows non-contingent cash-like purchase offers on new property

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Short-term loan duration (commonly 6–12 months)

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No monthly payment options until current home sells

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Cross-collateralization strategies available

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Seamless transition to permanent financing

General Qualification Standards

Substantial equity position in existing home
Exit strategy (listing agreement or contract on current home)
Credit score requirements vary by lender (often 640+)
Property valuations for both locations

Compare Similar Programs

ProgramDown PaymentCredit ScoreOccupancyTerm
Bridge LoansEquity-basedVaries (often 640+)Current home / new purchaseShort-term (≈ 6–12 mo)
HELOC & Home Equity LoansN/A — equity-basedVaries by lender & programPrimary, 2nd home, or investment (varies)Revolving + draw/repayment periods
DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio)Often 15%–20%+ (varies)Often 620–660+Investment30 yr fixed / interest-only options

Figures shown are typical ranges and vary by lender, program, and borrower profile.

Rates, terms, and program availability are subject to change without notice and depend on borrower qualification and underwriting approval. This is not a commitment to lend. Contact Oakley Pike for current program guidelines.

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