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Fix & Flip in Raleigh

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Raleigh 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 Raleigh flip actually involves

The stock is pre-war bungalows in the Raleigh and Durham historic neighborhoods, post-war ranches across Wake and Durham counties, and large-scale new construction in the suburbs. Bungalow rehab in Southeast Raleigh, Method and East Durham where basis still leaves margin. Crawlspace moisture and knob-and-tube are standard.

North Carolina is non-judicial with a clean process. Durham runs at a lower basis than Raleigh with Duke and RTP as anchors and a more active rehab pipeline in the older neighborhoods; Cary and Wake Forest bring newer suburban stock; Chapel Hill is university-driven with strict rental rules. Wake County reassessment has moved the tax line.

Where Raleigh flips go wrong

Pre-war stock in Raleigh 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.

Scenarios we finance in Raleigh

Purchase plus rehab in one loan
Sized on total project cost and ARV, whichever binds — in Five Points and Oakwood the ARV cap usually governs; on pre-war bungalows in the Raleigh and Durham historic 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 Raleigh
Several sources write first-timers at lower leverage with a licensed GC attached; several require completed projects. A first deal in Mordecai or Durham with a documented scope and a local GC is the profile that places most easily.
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 Raleigh the tenant base around the Research Triangle Park 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 Raleigh–Durham metro — Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Garner, Knightdale, Wake Forest and Apex — to renovate and resell or refinance, with the liquidity to carry work between draws.
What commonly disqualifies in Raleigh
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 the comparables cannot support.
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: Charlotte, NC →Greenville, NC →DSCR Loans in Raleigh →Asheville, NC →Fayetteville, NC →Greensboro, NC →Wilmington, NC →

TL;DR Quick answer for Raleigh investors

Fix & Flip loans in Raleigh 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.

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Fix & Flip Loans in Raleigh, NC — Key Facts for Investors

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

The Research Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill) is home to Duke, UNC, NC State plus the Research Triangle Park (largest research park in the US). Apple's $1B campus and major life sciences companies (Biogen, Lenovo, Cisco) provide constant high-income rental demand. Higher entry prices than Charlotte but stronger appreciation.

Median Price
$445,000
Citywide
Rental Yield
5.8%
Average gross
Appreciation
5.6%
YoY
Metro Pop
1.5M
Greater Raleigh

Neighborhoods across the Raleigh 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.

RALEIGH

Five Points

RALEIGH

North Hills

RALEIGH

Cameron Village

RALEIGH

Downtown

RALEIGH

Brier Creek

We also fund investments throughout the greater Raleigh metro including Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Wake Forest, and Durham.

Example deal structures for Raleigh investors

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

Flip · Five Points
$333K + $111K Rehab
Example
90% LTC · 100% rehab · 12-month term · 680 FICO · ~8-day close
Heavy Rehab · North Hills
$311K + $178K Rehab
Example
85% LTC · 100% rehab · 18-month term · 700 FICO · ~10-day close
Light Flip · Cameron Village
$356K + $53K Rehab
Example
90% LTC · 12-month term · 720 FICO · ~7-day close

What should Raleigh investors know before applying?

Raleigh comps and ARV validation

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

Rehab budget and scope

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

Exit strategy requirements

Lenders require a clear exit — sale or refi to DSCR. Market time in Raleigh 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: Raleigh Fix & Flip

What's the max LTC for a Raleigh 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 Raleigh? ▼

Typical Raleigh 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 Raleigh? ▼

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 Raleigh fix and flip loan? ▼

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

How is rehab budget funded in Raleigh? ▼

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

What loan amounts are available for Raleigh flips? ▼

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

Can I flip properties in my LLC in Raleigh? ▼

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

What happens if my Raleigh 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 Raleigh inspectors usually flag on older houses? ▼

Crawlspace moisture and knob-and-tube are standard. Budget contingency for it.

How does North Carolina 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 Raleigh Loan Programs

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Raleigh and the surrounding metro

We finance flips across the full Raleigh metro, including Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Garner, Knightdale and Wake Forest. The submarkets are not interchangeable:

Durham runs at a lower basis than Raleigh with Duke and the Research Triangle Park as anchors and a more active rehab pipeline in the older neighborhoods; Cary and Wake Forest bring newer suburban stock; Chapel Hill is university-driven with strict rental rules. North Carolina is non-judicial with a clean process.

Whichever submarket the property sits in, the loan is underwritten the same way — run it in the ARV and cash-to-close calculator with the actual local purchase, rehab and ARV figures first.

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