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Private lending for real estate investors.

Where we lend · Ohio

Investment property financingin Columbus.

Fix & flip, DSCR rental, bridge and construction loans for real estate investors in Columbus, Ohio. Pre-qualify in minutes with no hard credit pull.

The market

Why investors lookat Columbus.

Columbus is the fastest-growing city in the Midwest, anchored by Ohio State University, a booming tech scene, and the Intel semiconductor facility. Investors benefit from affordable acquisition costs, strong rental demand from a young workforce, and consistent population growth that outpaces most Rust Belt peers.

Neighborhoods investors target

  • Franklinton
  • Olde Towne East
  • Weinland Park
  • Linden
  • Hilltop

Columbus at a glance

Median home price
$275,000
Population
905,000+
Programs available
4

Programs available

What we lendin Columbus.

4 loan programs available in Ohio.

  • Fix & flip

    Fix & Flip

    Leverage
    Up to 90%
    Term
    12 months
    Loan amount
    $75K – $3.0M
  • DSCR rental

    DSCR Rental

    Leverage
    Up to 80%
    Term
    360 months
    Loan amount
    $75K – $2.0M
  • Bridge

    Bridge Financing

    Leverage
    Up to 80%
    Term
    12 months
    Loan amount
    $100K – $5.0M
  • Construction

    Ground-Up Construction

    Leverage
    Up to 85%
    Term
    12 months
    Loan amount
    $150K – $5.0M

Questions, answered

Lending in Columbus,explained.

What are hard money loan rates in Columbus?

Hard money loan rates in Columbus typically range from 9% to 13% depending on the loan program, your experience level, credit score, and loan-to-value ratio. AIRE Lending offers multiple lending programs to find you the most competitive rate available for your specific deal.

How fast can I close on a hard money loan in Columbus?

Most hard money loans in Columbus can close in 7 to 21 days, significantly faster than conventional financing. Bridge loans and fix & flip loans with clean title and completed due diligence can close even faster.

Do I need experience to get a hard money loan in Columbus?

Not necessarily. While experienced investors may qualify for better rates, several of our lending programs are designed for first-time investors in Ohio. We will structure the right program based on your experience level.

What types of investment properties can I finance in Columbus?

We finance single-family homes, townhouses, condos, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, and small multifamily properties in Columbus and throughout Ohio. Both residential and mixed-use investment properties are eligible.

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