How It Works
YOUR PATH TO CLOSING WITH SILVER HILL
OUR GOAL? A SMOOTH AND SIMPLE TRANSACTION EVERY TIME.
Here’s what you can expect at each stage of the process.
Upon receipt of the executed LOI and verification of the $500 (non-refundable, credited at closing) Appraisal Fee deposit, we will order 3rd party reports:
- Appraisal
- Background Check
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Borrower’s title preference and insurance contact information will be required at this stage. Both you and your client can benefit by returning all documentation required before the appraisal is delivered.
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within 48 hours of submission
- Environmental Screen
- Title
- Flood Certification
- Insurance
CLOSING TIPS!
The more information we have early in the process, the more certainty you can enjoy during the underwriting process. During this phase, it is important to have provided:
- Title Contact Information
- Any/All Entity Related Documents
- Insurance Contact Information
- Insurance Certificate*
*Refinance only
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2-3 weeks
CLOSING TIPS!
Our pre-approval letter is like a transaction check-in that lists the documents we still need to finalize the underwriting process. To ensure that our letter is accurate and up-to-date, work with your client to submit all required documentation before we receive the appraisal.
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1 week
- Appraisal
- Insurance
- Title
- Entity documentation
- Certificate of occupancy*
- Payoffs*
*If applicable
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24-48 hours
CLOSING TIPS!
We do not disclose YSP on the settlement statement. We pay YSP 7-10 days after the loan closes.
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48-72 Hours
COVID-19 Increased Due Diligence
Additional layers of due diligence help us lend with confidence during this pandemic.
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- COVID-19 Borrower Disclosure
- Full Documentation Loans Only
- Increased Focus on Tenant Stability and Strength
- Analysis of Real-Time Location and Industry Indicators
Brokers Say
Success Stories
An investor in California wanted to take cash out of their mixed-use property and they needed a quick closing. Thanks to Silver Hill, the borrower was able to lock in a great rate – despite the fact that they never produced tax returns during the transaction.
A group of investors wanted to purchase a recently stabilized multifamily property after a full remodel. Silver Hill was able to approve the loan despite the stabilization issues and allowed the investors to purchase the property with just a 20% down payment.
A business owner wanted to execute a cash-out refinance but they were denied SBA financing. Thanks to Silver Hill’s Bank Statement Program, the borrower was able to get approved without having to submit tax returns.
Silver Hill was able to provide the perfect alternative solution for this business owner after their bank decided not to approve their refinance request.
FAQs
What kind of deals are good fit for Silver Hill's programs?
We specialize in providing alternative commercial mortgage solutions between $100,000 and $2 million for credit-worthy real estate investors and business owners who can’t or won’t work with banks.
What makes you different from traditional bank lenders?
Silver Hill Funding boasts more flexible loan programs, faster closing schedules, and fewer documentation requirements than traditional bank options. With banks turning down 80% of the applicants they talk to, there is a big opportunity with these prospects.
Do you lend in all 50 states?
Silver Hill lends in all U.S. states except Delaware, Hawaii, Idaho, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, North Dakota, South Dakota, Tennessee, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wyoming.
How long does it take for a commercial mortgage deal to close?
Every scenario is different, but Silver Hill’s mortgage experts are often able to complete a transaction in 35-45 days.
Which types of borrowers are eligible for Silver Hill loans?
Silver Hill lends to U.S. citizens, permanent resident aliens, and legal entities. Foreign nationals are not eligible.