Dan J. Harkey

Master Educator | Business & Finance Consultant | Mentor

Waiting for the Bank Is a Gambler’s Move:

Not unlike The Midnight Gambler

by Dan J. Harkey

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Midnight Gambler

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The High Cost of a “Cheap” Loan

Conventional lenders often unexpectedly find an additional requirement or focus on a small title issue late in the process.  If a seller has a better backup offer, they’re not interested in giving extensions; they’re searching for reasons to cancel.  Deadlines remain strict, regardless of whether the bank’s underwriting is nearly complete.

The Strategic Pivot

A stalled bank file doesn’t end your deal.  Private money bridge loans quickly step in, using your existing appraisal, title report, and credit package to fund in days instead of weeks.

Speed as a Lifeline

Although private money typically comes with higher rates and points, it offers assurance of a timely closing when earnest money or the property itself is at stake.  In challenging situations, the best loan isn’t always the one with the lowest interest rate—it’s the one that ensures you close on schedule.

If your deal is currently facing obstacles or you want a strategic backup for a fast closing in the future, I’m happy to provide some helpful advice.