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Mezzanine Loans in Arizona

Browse 8 lenders offering mezzanine loans in Arizona. Compare rates, requirements, and loan programs — then connect directly.

AZ Lenders
8
Typical Rate
10% - 18%
Down Payment
Reduces equity to 5-15% total
Term
1-7 years
Closing Time
30-60 days

About Mezzanine Loans in Arizona

Mezzanine financing sits between senior debt and equity in the capital stack. It allows borrowers to increase leverage beyond what a first mortgage provides, reducing the equity needed for a deal. Secured by a pledge of the borrower's ownership interest rather than a lien on the property. In Arizona, 8 lenders currently offer Mezzanine financing with loan amounts from $1M to $100M and rates typically ranging from 10% - 18%.

Arizona Market Overview

Arizona has become a magnet for semiconductor fabrication facilities, with TSMC and Intel making massive investments in the Phoenix metro area. The state's rapid population growth consistently ranks among the highest in the nation, fueling broad CRE demand.

Arizona's Transaction Privilege Tax applies to commercial lease income, effectively functioning as a gross receipts tax on rental revenue that landlords must factor into underwriting. Maricopa County's population growth has driven Phoenix to become one of the top industrial markets in the country, particularly for data centers and logistics facilities. Water availability is an increasingly important due diligence factor, as the state manages Colorado River allocation reductions that can affect long-term development feasibility.

Who Should Consider Mezzanine Loans?

  • Reducing equity requirement
  • Large acquisitions
  • Development projects
  • Recapitalizations

Key Requirements

  • Strong sponsor track record
  • Viable business plan
  • Senior lender approval for subordinate debt
  • Adequate debt service coverage for total debt

Pros and Cons

Advantages

  • Reduce equity needed
  • No lien on property (pledge of ownership)
  • Flexible structures
  • Can be interest-only

Considerations

  • High interest rates
  • Subordinate position = higher risk
  • Requires senior lender approval
  • Complex documentation

Mezzanine Loans FAQ

How does mezzanine differ from a second mortgage?
A second mortgage is secured by a lien on the property. Mezzanine debt is secured by a pledge of the borrower's ownership interest in the entity that owns the property. This distinction matters for foreclosure — mezzanine lenders can take over the entity via UCC foreclosure, which is faster than mortgage foreclosure.

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