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Fix & Flip in Denver

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Denver real estate investors: fast hard money financing for fix and flip projects. Up to 90% of purchase price, 100% of rehab costs. No W-2. 620+ credit. Close in 5-10 days.

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9.99%
From Rate
90%
Max LTC
100%
Rehab
5-10 Days
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What a Denver flip actually involves

The stock is pre-war bungalows in the central neighborhoods, post-war ranches across the city and inner suburbs, and a basis among the highest in the Mountain West. Bungalow and ranch flips in Westwood, Barnum, Villa Park and Montbello. Hail-driven roof replacement, sewer-line and lead paint are the items; permitting timelines are long.

Colorado is non-judicial through the public trustee system. Denver runs at a high basis that compresses DSCR, and Colorado's property-tax assessment cycle has produced large swings in the tax line. Denver's landlord-tenant rules have tightened materially in recent years. Hail is the dominant insurance driver.

Where Denver flips go wrong

Pre-war stock in Denver means the scope is rarely what the walkthrough suggests. Budget the mechanicals before the finishes and expect the inspector to find what the seller did not disclose.

Insurability at resale is the exit risk in Denver. If the roof, openings or elevation make the property hard to insure, the ARV you underwrote may not be the price you clear.

If the property is occupied, Denver's tenant rules govern when you can take possession to start work. Build the timeline around the law, not the contract date.

Scenarios we finance in Denver

Purchase plus rehab in one loan
Sized on total project cost and ARV, whichever binds — in Montbello and Green Valley Ranch the ARV cap usually governs; on pre-war bungalows in the central neighborhoods the cost side does. Rehab sits in a holdback and releases in draws after inspection.
Pre-war property with unknown mechanicals
Contingency of 15 to 20 percent on the line items, a licensed GC, and a draw schedule that puts the mechanicals first.
First flip in Denver
Several sources write first-timers at lower leverage with a licensed GC attached; several require completed projects. A first deal in Westwood or Aurora with a documented scope and a local GC is the profile that places most easily.
Storm-damaged or hard-to-insure property
Roof, openings and elevation drive both the scope and the exit. Confirm insurability at the projected ARV before you close on the purchase.
Hold instead of sell
Fix-to-rent lets you decide at completion. The DSCR takeout is a second underwrite on rent and appraised value — and in Denver the tenant base around the state government is what makes that exit credible.

Who fits, what disqualifies, what to bring

Who fits
Investors buying a non-owner-occupied property anywhere in the Denver–Aurora metro — Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, Arvada, Westminster, Thornton, Englewood and Commerce City — to renovate and resell or refinance, with the liquidity to carry work between draws.
What commonly disqualifies in Denver
No line-item scope. No licensed GC on a first project. Liquidity that covers the down payment but not points, third-party costs and carry. An ARV that ignores insurability at resale.
What you will need
Contract, line-item budget by trade, GC bid and license, ARV comparables from the same era of construction, proof of liquidity, entity documents.
What happens next
One application. We match the file to programs whose leverage, rehab cap and experience rule fit, and return terms with the draw schedule spelled out.

Nearby markets

Also see: Las Vegas, NV →Tucson, AZ →DSCR Loans in Denver →

TL;DR Quick answer for Denver investors

Fix & Flip loans in Denver qualify based on the deal itself — purchase price, rehab budget, after-repair value (ARV) and your flip experience — not your W-2 or tax returns. Up to 90% LTC + 100% rehab financing, 6-18 month terms, close in 5-10 days, interest-only during rehab.

LendingStreet has structured $4.36B+ across 8,196 deals nationwide. NMLS #1734316 · 30+ capital sources · 50 states.

Fix & Flip Loans in Denver, CO — Key Facts for Investors

Why is Denver a strong market for Fix & Flip investors?

Denver combines tech, energy, aerospace, and outdoor lifestyle appeal. Lockheed Martin, DISH Network, Ball Corporation, and a massive startup ecosystem drive professional rental demand. Higher entry prices than most Midwest and Southeast metros, but consistent appreciation and strong rents support the math. Suburbs like Aurora and Lakewood offer better cash flow than city proper.

Median Price
$620,000
Citywide
Rental Yield
5.6%
Average gross
Appreciation
4.7%
YoY
Metro Pop
3.0M
Greater Denver

Neighborhoods across the Denver metro

We finance rentals and projects throughout the metro. The loan is underwritten on the property, its rent or after-repair value and your experience — not on the neighborhood name.

DENVER

LoHi

DENVER

RiNo

DENVER

Cherry Creek

DENVER

Washington Park

DENVER

Highlands

We also fund investments throughout the greater Denver metro including Aurora, Lakewood, Thornton, Westminster, and Centennial.

Example deal structures for Denver investors

Illustrative examples of structures we finance — not specific funded loans. Terms depend on the borrower, property and capital source.

Flip · LoHi
$465K + $155K Rehab
Example
90% LTC · 100% rehab · 12-month term · 680 FICO · ~8-day close
Heavy Rehab · RiNo
$434K + $248K Rehab
Example
85% LTC · 100% rehab · 18-month term · 700 FICO · ~10-day close
Light Flip · Cherry Creek
$496K + $74K Rehab
Example
90% LTC · 12-month term · 720 FICO · ~7-day close

What should Denver investors know before applying?

Denver comps and ARV validation

Accurate ARV is critical. Denver submarkets like LoHi have strong comp data. Lenders want 3-5 recent comps within a quarter mile.

Rehab budget and scope

Denver rehab costs: $15-40/sq ft cosmetic, $40-75/sq ft moderate, $75-150/sq ft gut. Permits matter in Denver — include permit timelines.

Exit strategy requirements

Lenders require a clear exit — sale or refi to DSCR. Market time in Denver averages 30-60 days. Build a 6-month exit buffer.

Experience requirements

First-time flippers can qualify. New flippers start at 80-85% LTC; experienced investors (2+ completed flips) reach 90%+.

How the numbers work: see what 90% of purchase plus 100% of rehab means in cash, or estimate your ARV in the ARV calculator.

Frequently asked questions: Denver Fix & Flip

What's the max LTC for a Denver fix and flip loan? ▼

Up to 90% LTC on purchase and 100% on rehab for qualified borrowers with flipping experience.

How fast can I close a fix and flip loan in Denver? ▼

Typical Denver fix and flip closings happen in 5-10 business days. Experienced borrowers can close in 5-7 days.

Do I need flipping experience to qualify in Denver? ▼

First-time flippers can qualify at 80-85% LTC. Experienced borrowers (2+ flips) access 90%+ LTC and lower rates.

What credit score do I need for a Denver fix and flip loan? ▼

The minimum credit score is 620. Stronger credit improves leverage and pricing.

How is rehab budget funded in Denver? ▼

Rehab funds via reimbursement draws — complete work, inspector verifies, lender wires funds every 2-4 weeks.

What loan amounts are available for Denver flips? ▼

Fix and flip loans in Denver range from $150K to $5M. Most SFR flips fall in $200K-$800K range.

Can I flip properties in my LLC in Denver? ▼

Yes. All Denver fix and flip loans allow LLC borrowing with a personal guarantee.

What happens if my Denver flip takes longer than the loan term? ▼

Most loans carry 12-18 month terms with extension options. Refinancing to DSCR is an alternative if you hold as a rental.

What do Denver inspectors usually flag on older houses? ▼

Hail-driven roof replacement, sewer-line and lead paint are the items; permitting timelines are long. Budget contingency for it.

Will the finished property be insurable in Denver? ▼

Only if the scope addresses what carriers price — roof age, openings, elevation. Confirm before you close; it is the exit.

How does Colorado being a non-judicial foreclosure state affect a flip loan? ▼

It affects which capital sources are comfortable writing there and at what leverage. It does not change how you apply.

Related Denver Loan Programs

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