• Danny Vesokie | Affiliated Financial Partners

    Member
    June 20, 2024 at 10:45 pm

    Pleasure to meet you, Taylor. I am Danny Vesokie and I am the owner and operator of Affiliated Financial Partners, Inc. in Sacramento, California. Affiliated Financial Partners is a commercial loan officer training school and commercial lending broker. I work closely with Gustan and Nelson Thompson of Lending Network. Give me a shout whenever you have any question or post your question here at GCA Mortgage Forums. I have know Gustan Cho and the team at Gustan Cho Associates for over 20 years. I will answer the case scenario as best as I can, Taylor.

    Commercial Refinance Scenario for a Property in LA

    Based on the provided details, here are the specifics:

    • Type of Loan: Commercial Refinance
    • Location: Los Angeles (LA)
    • Property: Westin building currently occupied by a child care center
    • Current Loan: $500,000
    • Appraised Value: $1.2 million
    • Monthly Mortgage Payment: $3,500Income from Child Care Center: $5,400 per month
    • Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR): 1.49

    Understanding the DSCR and Financial Health

    The DSCR is an essential metric for lenders. A DSCR of 1.49 indicates that the property’s net operating income (NOI) is 1.49 times greater than its debt obligations, which is generally considered good and suggests a lower risk for lenders.

    Government Programs and Loan Types

    Considering the property is occupied by a child care center, certain government-backed loans or programs might be available to support the refinancing:

    Small Business Administration (SBA) Loans:

    • SBA 7(a) Loan: Good for general refinancing purposes, offering competitive interest rates and long terms.
    • SBA 504 Loan: Suitable for refinancing commercial real estate and offering low down payments and fixed interest rates.
    • Interest Rates Generally range from 5% to 8%, depending on the lender and specific terms.

    USDA Business and Industry (B&I) Loans:

    • Purpose: To improve, develop, or finance business, industry, and employment.
    • Eligibility: Available in rural areas, but specifics must be checked for urban areas like LA.
    • Interest Rates: Typically competitive and often in the 5% to 6% range.

    Estimating Interest Rates

    Considering the current commercial mortgage rates and the financial health of the property, we can estimate the interest rate range:

    • Standard Commercial Loans: Interest rates for commercial loans can range from 3.5% to 7%, depending on the borrower’s creditworthiness, loan term, and lender.
    • SBA 504 Loans typically offer between 3.5% and 6% rates.
    • SBA 7(a) Loans: Rates can range from 5% to 8%, depending on the lender and loan specifics.

    Possible Rates for Your Scenario

    Given the provided details, here are the estimated interest rates:

    • SBA 504 Loan: Around 4.5% to 5.5%
    • SBA 7(a) Loan: Around 5% to 7%
    • Standard Commercial Refinance Loan: Around 4% to 6%

    Next Steps

    Contact Lenders: Contact multiple lenders to get specific quotes and compare the rates and terms offered. Gustan Cho can definitely help you because he used to be an owner of close to a billion dollars worth of properties.

    Prepare Documentation: Ensure all necessary financial documentation, including income statements, the current mortgage details, and property appraisal, is ready.

    Consult a Mortgage Broker: A broker can provide personalized advice and help find the best rates for your specific scenario.

    Resources: Lending Network: https://www.lendingnetwork.org/

    By exploring these options and contacting lenders, you can secure a competitive interest rate for refinancing commercial property in Los Angeles.

  • Gustan Cho

    Administrator
    June 21, 2024 at 12:59 am

    Danny, I will pick you up at Mitchell Airport when you fly in, my man. Let me know when and time. I will be at United departure gate lane.

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