06/24/2026
What is loan to value and why does it matter for hard money borrowers?
Loan to value (LTV) is the percentage of a property's value that a lender is willing to finance.
It's the single number that decides how fast and how smoothly your hard money loan gets approved.
Here's how it works:
→ If a property's after repair value is $400,000 and a lender offers 70% LTV, they'll lend up to $280,000.
→ The lower your LTV, the lower the lender's risk, and the faster your approval typically moves.
→ Most hard money lenders in New England cap LTV around 70 to 75%. Seasoned borrowers with a track record can sometimes secure higher.
Why does this matter so much?
Because your LTV determines how much money you need to bring to the table, and whether the deal protects the lender's capital if something goes wrong.
A deal with a low LTV gives everyone room to breathe. A deal with a high LTV leaves no margin for error. Know your LTV before you ever submit an application.
At Flip & Hold, we lend up to 75%+ depending on the deal, across our entire New England lending footprint, with flexibility for repeat borrowers with a proven track record.
📩 DM us "LTV" to talk about your next deal.