SILVER LENDER
Loan Close Time: 3-5 days
There is no shortage of lenders out there, but what is rare are lenders who are also investors. That’s Lockgate Capital. A Lender with an investor mindset. And as real estate investors ourselves, we are intimately familiar with the shortcomings of traditional financing options. Slow approvals, low to no flexibility, high interest rates, never-ending paperwork, and needless complexity all make a stressful undertaking even more stressful.
Today, Lockgate Capital is the private lender we wish we had access to before becoming lenders ourselves. We are reimagining real estate investment loans from the foundation up, with fast approvals, transparent terms, competitive interest rates, and – most importantly – flexible solutions that treat you like a human, not an application.
From short-term bridge loans to long-term rental and renovation financing, Lockgate is your trusted private financial partner. Let’s work together to craft the bespoke, flexible loan terms you need to get your construction project off the ground and into the closing phase asap.
As one of the industry’s leading private real estate lenders, we have funded thousands of real estate investment loans and counting, and we’re ready to make your project our next success story.
Ground-up:
Experience
At least 1+ completed properties
Credit Score
Minimum of 650
Liquidity/Reserves
1–3 months of reserves, with an 80% advance rate and 20% down
Property Type
SFR, Condo, Townhome, or 2–4 unit residential properties
Additional Requirements
Non-owner-occupied properties, 90-day seasoning requirement, delayed purchase transactions available, blanket loan option
Fix-n-Flip:
Experience
No Experience Required
Credit Score
Minimum of 650
Liquidity/Reserves
1–3 months of reserves
Property Type
SFR, Condo, Townhome, or 2–4 unit residential properties
Additional Requirements
Non-owner occupied properties, up to 100% construction cost financing available, delayed purchase transactions available, blanket loan option

Ratings are based on the following criteria:
Platinum & Gold Lenders
Platinum and Gold lenders are committed to delivering a modern, streamlined draw experience. These lenders typically support fully digital draw requests combined with virtual inspections across a wide range of project types. Their goal is to provide the fastest possible turnaround times without compromising risk management or construction oversight.
Silver & Bronze Lenders
Silver and Bronze lenders are still strong lending partners and have automated portions of their draw operations. However, the borrower experience may vary depending on the project type, inspection method, or capital partner requirements. In some cases, additional approval layers or third-party capital sources can increase reimbursement timelines.
About Virtual Inspections
Virtual inspections allow borrowers to skip scheduling a field inspector. They are typically reviewed within hours of submission. Borrowers must still document work thoroughly, including cost evidence (receipts) and lien waivers where applicable. Every lender listed on Lenderly offers virtual inspections and automated draw requests. The majority utilize independent construction experts for remote review, or they review submissions in house.
A draw-friendly lender is one that prioritizes speed, simplicity, and reliability when it comes to funding your project. They make it easy to request draws, minimize friction in the process, and get you reimbursed quickly so your project keeps moving.
The best draw-friendly lenders combine digital draw request tools with virtual inspections, allowing you to submit, verify, and receive funds often within 24 hours.
By comparison, traditional timelines can slow you down:
Every lender featured here offers a streamlined, digital draw process and supports virtual inspections for at least some of their loan products, helping you access capital faster and with far less hassle.