Since 1975 we have helped thousands of clients successfully obtain residential investment property loans in amounts anywhere from $30,000 and up.

Our expertise is in providing business purpose hard money loans for residential property investment to borrowers who have been turned down by conventional lenders, or borrowers who prefer to avoid the endless delays or conditions required by these lenders. In some cases, our clients simply don’t have the time required by these traditional lenders and we can offer a fast, easy, cost-effective way of tapping into their equity or in purchasing the residential property they want.

The first step is to find out the basic details about what type of loan you are seeking, such as the desired loan amount, type of property you are financing, and the estimated value of the property.  Contact us through the appropriate link to get in touch and one of our loan officers will contact you directly to discuss the full application process and answer any questions you have about specific options or loan features.

If you are ready to move forward with the full application process then your dedicated loan officer will guide you step by step.

Borrowing Money for a Home

Financing a home loan can vary in difficulty depending upon the market conditions, as lenders will become stricter with criteria as more borrowers are in the market.  As times get better and there is more money available, the loans will be made more attractive to borrowers and easier to obtain.  We know how stressful this process can be, and frankly just how many options there are available to you as a prospective home buyer.

Whether you are a first time home buyer, need a refinance loan, or just a traditional residential loan, we can give you the benefits or downside to each option and decide what the best fit for your situation is.  Here are a few examples of the different loan solutions we can provide.

  • Standard real estate purchases
  • Refinance loans for tax saving reasons
  • Debt restructuring or debt management
  • All property types – Units, lots, 2nd homes, commercial property, land, etc.
  • 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trust deeds
  • Private money equity loans
  • Loans for LLCs, Corporations and Trusts

We are proud of our ability to close loans that few other lenders can provide, due to access to private investment money.  Our investors have worked with us for over 40 years because they trust our ethical, intelligent loan process.

Property Geographic Area Details
All of California and the major hubs with surrounding areas in Texas.
Loan Amounts
$30,000 to $8,000,000
Interest Rates
6.99% to 10.99%
Loan Terms
12 months to 120 months
Lien Position
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Collateral Types
  • Residential Property
  • Commercial Property
  • Commercial Property Ground Lease
Loan Purpose
  • Investment Acquisition
  • Investment Refinance
  • Improve Subject Property
  • Use Equity to Invest in Another Property
  • Invest in a Business
  • Business Working Capital
  • Value Add Project
  • Development Project
  • Primary Residence Purchase
  • Personal Use
Property Occupancy
  • Vacant
  • Tenant Occupied 100%
  • Owner Occupied Commercial
  • Owner Occupied Residential

Property Types

  • 2-4 Units Residential
  • Adult Day Care
  • Agricultural
  • Assisted Living Facility
  • Auto Dealership
  • Auto Repair
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • Cannabis Dispensary
  • Car Wash
  • Child Day Care
  • Cinema
  • Club
  • Commercial Condominium
  • Commercial Land
  • Community Center
  • Condominium
  • Cooperative
  • Equestrian
  • Event Center
  • Gas Station
  • Golf Course
  • Gym
  • Healthcare
  • Hospital
  • Hotel
  • Industrial
  • Manufactured Home
  • Mixed-Use
  • Motel
  • Multifamily
  • Night Club
  • Office
  • Parking Lot
  • Place of Worship
  • Portfolio of Residential Properties
  • RV Park
  • Ranch
  • Recreational
  • Rehabilitation Facility
  • Religious Facility
  • Residential Land
  • Retail
  • School
  • Senior Housing
  • Single Family Residence
  • Sports Facility
  • Storage Facility
  • Student Housing
  • Theater
  • Vehicle Parking
  • Winery

Specialty Loan Types

  • 2nd Mortgage Equity Cash Out
  • 3rd Mortgage Equity Cash Out
  • Note Purchase
  • Primary Residence Bridge
  • Primary Residence Business Purpose Cash Out
  • Residential Long-Term Rental

Junior Lien Loan Amounts

$30,000 to $2,000,000

Junior Lien Interest Rates

8.99% to 12.99%

Junior Lien Loan-to-Value

70%

Junior Lien Types

  • Purchase
  • Refinance
We can provide Junior lines on properties with a current conventional 1st mortgage. Business purpose only.

Description

We will go up to 50% LTV on land purchase loans in popular areas.

Land Types Considered

  • Residential Land
  • Multifamily Land
  • Office Land
  • Retail Land

Will Consider Land That is NOT Entitled

no

Max LTV for Land

50%

Max LTC for Land Acquisition

0%

Junior Lien Types

  • Purchase
  • Refinance
We can provide Junior lines on properties with a current conventional 1st mortgage. Business purpose only.

Max Loan-to-Purchase Price

75%

Borrower Must Have Property Under Contract

no

Will Provide Proof of Funds Letter

no

Will Consider Lending on Purchase from Auction

no

Allowed Source of Borrower’s Equity

  • Own Cash
  • Partner
  • Equity in Subject Property
  • Equity in Another Investment Property
  • Equity in Primary Residence
  • Seller Financing
  • Family

Processing Fee

Depends on Loan

Escrow Fee

Depends on Escrow

Title Fee

Depends on Title

Appraisal Fee

Paid to the appraiser

Minimum Origination Fee Amount

$3,000

Fees which are mandatory for all new borrower clients

  • Underwriting Fee
  • Documents Fee

Fees which are paid to a third party company

  • Appraisal Fee
  • Escrow Fee
  • Title Fee

Details and Requirements

Typical Closing Time (Days)

10

Fastest Closing Time (Days)

4

Payment Structure
  • Interest Only
  • Amortized
  • No Monthly Payments Required
Pre Payment Penalty

yes

80% of six months interest
Will lend to a foreign national

yes

We will do loans for foreign nationals. The borrower can even live in another country and sign loan documents at the U.S. embassy.
Will Allow Junior Position Mortgage(s) Behind Our Senior Mortgage

yes

Will Consider Collateralizing Multiple Properties in One Loan

yes

Will Consider Equity Joint Venture

no

Borrower Entity Types Considered
  • Individual(s)
  • LLC
  • Limited Partnership
  • Trust
  • Corporation
  • Non-Profit Corporation
  • Self-Directed IRA
Documentation Required
  • Credit Report
  • Loan Application
Personal Guaranty (Recourse) Required
Sometimes
When an entity is the borrower, we will usually require a personal guarantee unless other circumstances present themselves.
Credit Check Required

no

Appraisal Required for Residential Property

Sometimes

Appraisal Required for Commercial Property

Sometimes

Broker Price Opinion (BPO) Accepted for Residential Property

Sometimes

Broker Price Opinion (BPO) Accepted for Commercial Property

Sometimes

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We’re a direct lender that provides creative loan solutions for borrowers, backed by responsible real estate investors.

Val-Chris is a hard money lender specializing in both residential and commercial loans, providing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trust deeds. Our dedicated staff has over 100 years of real estate experience which we use to facilitate creative loan terms to fit our customer’s needs.

In our Orange County office, located in Irvine, California, we originate private money loans and have a loan servicing department to meet the requirements of both borrowers and investors. As a hard money lender, we pride ourselves on fast turn-around and giving quality service to all of our customers. Learn more about our private lending services below, and how they can help you.

License

DRE #01002882 | NMLS #243299 | DBO #603 5063

Year Established

1975

Associations

  • California Mortgage Association
  • United Trustee Association
  • Irvine Chamber of Commerce
  • BBB

Office Locations

Val-Chris Investments
2601 Main St, Irvine, CA 92614



Primary Capital Source
  • Own Funds
  • Individual Investors
Alternative Capital Sources
  • Own Funds
  • Individual Investors
Loan Structure for Majority of Loans
  • Own Balance Sheet
  • One Investor One Loan
  • Multiple Investor Fractionalized Note

Our Team

Jeff LaMotte

Vice President/Partner

DRE # - 01906305
NMLS # - 1813986

Chris Boulter

President

DRE # - 00914633
NMLS # - 298357

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