Yes. If you mean U.S. private/business-purpose lenders that can finance an acquisition before a refinance or sale, these are worth putting on your shortlist. I’d separate them by deal size and property type rather than treating them as interchangeable.
$2M–$100M; up to 75% LTV; 6–24 months; senior first-lien
These are not rankings—their suitability depends heavily on your property, leverage, timeline, borrower experience, and exit strategy. Their published terms can also change during underwriting.
If your goal is an acquisition bridge
I'd initially approach 3–5 lenders simultaneously and ask each for a term sheet. Give them the same package:
Purchase price and property address
Requested loan amount / target LTV or LTC
Property type and current occupancy
Current NOI and/or projected stabilized NOI
Renovation budget, if applicable
Your equity contribution
Proposed hold period
Exit strategy — sale, permanent loan, DSCR loan, etc.
Your relevant real-estate experience
Closing deadline
The important comparison isn't just the interest rate. Look closely at points, minimum interest, extension fees, recourse/guaranties, interest reserves, maximum LTV/LTC, prepayment provisions, appraisal requirements, lender/legal fees, and how the lender defines the exit.
If you tell me (1) property type, (2) purchase price, (3) desired loan amount, (4) state, and (5) whether it's stabilized or value-add, I can narrow this to lenders whose published lending parameters actually fit the deal and pull together current contact/application links.
When looking for private lenders specializing in bridge financing for property acquisitions, the right fit depends largely on whether you are acquiring residential investment properties (like fix-and-flips or rental portfolios) or commercial real estate (multifamily, retail, hospitality).
Prominent private and non-bank lenders in the bridge financing space are organized below by their primary specialties:
Residential & Small Balance (Fix-and-Flip / Rental Acquisitions)
Kiavi : Known for fast turnarounds (closing in 7 to 14 days) and tech-enabled applications, focusing heavily on residential investment properties and fix-and-flips. You can review their programs directly on Kiavi.
Lima One Capital : A national private lender offering robust bridge and hard-money loans for single-family residential, multifamily, and build-to-rent acquisitions, typically closing in under 10 days. More details are available via Lima One Capital.
Anchor Loans : One of the country's largest private direct lenders for real estate investors, specializing in fast financing for residential property acquisition and rehabilitation. Learn more at Anchor Loans.
Easy Street Capital : Frequently utilized for quick-close acquisition and renovation loans with flexible leverage options for residential investors. Check out their offerings on Easy Street Capital.
Commercial Real Estate (CRE) & Larger Acquisitions
AVANA Capital : Specializes in commercial bridge financing (ranging from $2M to $50M+) with particular depth in hospitality and commercial property types, backed by institutional capital. Read about their commercial programs on AVANA Capital.
Ready Capital : A multi-strategy commercial real estate lender providing customized bridge-to-perm financing solutions for mid-market commercial and multifamily acquisitions.
Asset Based Lending : Acts as a direct private lender focusing on commercial and residential transitional properties with rapid draw releases and fast closing timelines. Explore their terms at Asset Based Lending.
If you can share a bit more about your acquisition, I can tailor these recommendations:
What is the asset type (residential single-family, multifamily, commercial/retail, hospitality)?
What is the estimated loan amount and target timeline to close?
