Investment & Multifamily Commercial Loans

Lender-neutral education to help you compare structures, documentation, and execution timelines.

Finance income-producing real estate across the USA and Canada—structured for acquisitions, refinances, cash-out strategies, and portfolio growth.

What Is an Investment or Multifamily Commercial Loan?

Investment and multifamily commercial loans provide financing for income-producing properties where repayment primarily comes from property cash flow. Unlike owner-occupied loans, underwriting focuses on:

  • Net Operating Income (NOI): Income after operating expenses, before debt service

  • Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR): Measures whether NOI can cover loan payments

  • Occupancy & Tenant Stability: Quality of rent roll and lease structures

  • Property Condition & Market Support: Appraisal value and local demand fundamentals

These loans are typically used by investors aiming to build long-term rental income, reposition assets, or optimize portfolio leverage.

What Properties Typically Qualify?

Multifamily (5+ units)

Financing for apartment buildings, from small complexes to large multifamily properties.

Mixed-use investment properties

Loans available for properties combining commercial and residential spaces, program-dependent.

Retail, office, and industrial properties

Financing for income-producing commercial spaces with stable tenants and long-term leases.

Portfolio financing

Single loan covering multiple properties, simplifying management and leveraging combined income streams.

Important: 1–4 unit residential properties usually fall under residential mortgage programs. Multifamily commercial financing generally starts
at 5+ units, though definitions may vary by lender and jurisdiction.

Why Investors Use These Loans

Investors use these loans to acquire stabilized properties, refinance, access equity, fund renovations,
consolidate portfolios, and optimize cash flow for growth.

Key Investor Metrics: DSCR, NOI, LTV, and Debt Yield

Investment underwriting evaluates key financial metrics like NOI, DSCR, LTV, and debt yield to determine property
performance and appropriate loan capacity.

Net Operating Income (NOI)

NOI is the property’s income minus operating expenses, before debt service. Higher NOI generally supports larger loan amounts.

Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR)

NOI is the property’s income minus operating expenses, before debt service. Higher NOI generally supports larger loan amounts.

Loan-to-Value (LTV)

LTV measures the loan amount relative to the property value. Lower LTV typically reduces lender risk and improves approval likelihood.

Debt Yield

Debt yield is NOI divided by the loan amount. It helps lenders understand return relative to loan size, independent of market value.