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Bridge Loans in New Jersey

Browse 42 lenders offering bridge loans in New Jersey. Compare rates, requirements, and loan programs — then connect directly.

NJ Lenders
42
Typical Rate
8% - 12%
Down Payment
20-30%
Term
6-36 months
Closing Time
1-3 weeks

Bridge Lenders in New Jersey

42 lenders offering bridge loans to borrowers in New Jersey.

PNC Bank, National Association

WILMINGTON, DE

One of the largest U.S. banks, offering SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, commercial real estate, equipment financing, lines of credit, and comprehensive treasury management. Full-service business banking across the eastern United States.

68 SBA loans SBA Verified
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Acore Capital

New York, NY

Commercial real estate finance company providing bridge, mezzanine, and preferred equity. $20B+ in originations. Institutional-quality deals.

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Anchor Loans

Thousand Oaks, CA

One of the largest hard money lenders in the US. Fix-and-flip, bridge, and rental loans. Fast closings with competitive terms for experienced investors.

$100K – $10M
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Arbor Realty Trust

Uniondale, NY

Major CRE lender and REIT. Bridge, permanent, and agency financing. Specializes in multifamily and commercial properties.

$1M – $100M
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Berkadia

Ambler, PA

Joint venture of Berkshire Hathaway and Jefferies. Commercial mortgage banking, investment sales, and servicing.

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Broadmark Realty Capital

Seattle, WA

Private real estate lender offering bridge, construction, and land loans. Now part of Ready Capital. Loans from $500K to $25M+.

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CBRE Capital Markets

Dallas, TX

Global CRE services and capital markets. Arranges debt and equity for all commercial property types.

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Civic Financial Services

Redondo Beach, CA

Private money lender for residential investment properties. Bridge and DSCR rental loans. Subsidiary of Pacific Western Bank.

$100K – $5M
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Constitution Lending

NJ

Hard money lender focused on new investors. Fix-and-flip and bridge loans with 9.5-12% rates. No experience required. Up to 90% LTV for renovation.

$100K – $2M
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CoreVest Finance

Irvine, CA

Rental portfolio and bridge lender for residential real estate investors. Build-to-rent and portfolio financing specialist. Redwood Trust subsidiary.

$200K – $50M
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Cushman & Wakefield

Chicago, IL

Global CRE services firm with extensive capital markets and financing capabilities across all commercial property types.

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Easy Street Capital

Austin, TX

Investment property lender specializing in fix-and-flip, bridge, and DSCR rental loans. Loans approved in 24 hours, close in 48 hours. Min credit score 600.

$75K – $5M
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Greystone

New York, NY

Full-service commercial real estate lending platform. Agency, bridge, mezzanine, and permanent financing. Top Freddie Mac and FHA lender.

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Groundfloor

Atlanta, GA

Real estate lending platform offering fix-and-flip and bridge loans. Crowdfunding model provides competitive rates for borrowers.

$75K – $2M
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iBorrow

CA

Commercial real estate bridge lender. Loan amounts up to $100M+. Fast closing for large CRE transactions.

$2M – $100M
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Janover

Boca Raton, FL

Commercial loan marketplace connecting borrowers with lenders. Multifamily and commercial property debt. Growing platform with competitive terms.

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JLL Capital Markets

Chicago, IL

Global commercial real estate services firm. Debt placement, equity advisory, and investment sales across all property types.

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KeyBank Real Estate Capital

Cleveland, OH

Major bank CRE lender. Balance sheet, agency, and CMBS lending for multifamily, office, retail, and industrial properties.

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Kiavi

San Francisco, CA

Technology-driven lender (formerly LendingHome). $16B+ in loans funded. DSCR rental loans and bridge loans for fix-and-flip.

$100K – $3M
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Lending One

Boca Raton, FL

National direct lender for real estate investors. Fix-and-flip, bridge, and 30-year DSCR rental loans. $5B+ in originations.

$75K – $5M
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About Bridge Loans in New Jersey

Commercial bridge loans provide short-term financing (typically 6-36 months) to acquire, renovate, or stabilize a property before securing permanent financing or selling. They close fast and offer flexibility that traditional loans can't match. In New Jersey, 42 lenders currently offer Bridge financing with loan amounts from $250K to $50M and rates typically ranging from 8% - 12%.

New Jersey Market Overview

New Jersey's location between New York and Philadelphia, combined with a dense transportation network, makes it a premier logistics and pharmaceutical hub. The state has more scientists and engineers per square mile than any other state.

New Jersey has the highest commercial property tax rates in the nation, with effective rates often exceeding 3% of market value, making tax analysis and appeals critical components of CRE investment strategy. The state's Realty Transfer Fee of approximately 1% on commercial sales (with an additional 1% mansion tax on properties over $1 million) adds significant transaction costs. New Jersey's strong environmental regulations, including the Industrial Site Recovery Act (ISRA), require environmental assessments and remediation before transferring commercial and industrial properties, which can delay transactions but ultimately protects buyer value.

Who Should Consider Bridge Loans?

  • Value-add acquisitions
  • Renovations before refinance
  • Properties not yet stabilized
  • Time-sensitive deals

Key Requirements

  • Clear exit strategy (refinance or sale)
  • Sufficient equity or down payment
  • Property with upside potential
  • Borrower experience (preferred)

Pros and Cons

Advantages

  • Extremely fast closing
  • Flexible underwriting
  • Interest-only payments
  • Finance properties conventional lenders won't touch

Considerations

  • Higher interest rates
  • Short term requires exit strategy
  • Origination fees (1-3 points)
  • Prepayment penalties possible

Bridge Loans FAQ

What's the difference between a bridge loan and hard money?
They overlap significantly. Bridge loans tend to be slightly more institutional, with lower rates and higher minimums. Hard money is often from private individuals, more flexible but more expensive. The terms are sometimes used interchangeably.
When should I use a bridge loan?
When you need to close fast, when the property doesn't qualify for permanent financing yet (unstabilized, needs renovation), or when you need short-term capital while arranging long-term financing.

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