Lendai

Lendai, based in Miami, FL, is a fintech lender specializing in financing U.S. rental properties for foreign investors. They offer three loan programs with transparent pricing, allowing loans up to $1 million and a fast, fully online process. Lendai's innovative technology simplifies access to real estate financing for global clients.

Rental Property Financing For Foreign Real Estate Investors

Lendai is leveling the playing field for global investors in the US residential real estate market. Thanks to our technological edge, the entire loan process is fully online from the comforts of your home, and the whole process can take as little as 14 days. We are committed to full pricing transparency and will provide you a detailed offer without hidden fees. We offer 3 loan programs for residential rental property investments:

  • Rental Property Purchase – up to 70% loan-to-purchase price
  • Rental Property Refinance – up to 70% loan-to-value
  • Rental Property Equity Cash-out – up to 60% loan-to-value

We can also finance a portfolio of multiple residential properties – single family residence, townhomes, and 2-4 unit properties.

Please Note: We do NOT offer loans for owner-occupied homes, land, commercial real estate, or properties that need renovation.

Common Loan Scenarios
  • Lending to Foreign National Investors
  • Residential Rental Properties only
  • 30-Year Rental Loans
  • Single Property & Portfolio Loans
  • Transparent Pricing
Scenarios Not Considered
  • NO Rehab Projects; must be rent-ready
  • NO 100% Financing or over 70% LTP
  • NO Condominiums
  • NO Land Loans

Details and Requirements

Property Geographic Area Details

Lending in 15 States: AL, AZ, FL, GA, IN, MI, MO, NC, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, WI

Loan Amounts

$55,000 to $1,000,000

Interest Rates

6.75% to 7.75%

Origination Fees

2% to 2%

Loan Terms

60 to 360 months

Lien Position

1st

Credit Check Required

yes

Credit Check Details

Credit scoring systems vary by country.

Prepayment Penalty

yes

Prepayment Penalty Details

The prepayment penalty term starts at 5 years and steps down each year. 5% fee (of loan amount) if paid off within 1st year, 4% if paid off within 2nd year, etc. We also offer the option to purchase the removal of the PPP or reduction to 3-2-1.

Typical Closing Time (Days)

30

Fastest Closing Time (Days)

14

Payment Structure
  • Amortized
Payment Structure Details

Principal & Interest amortization

Personal Guaranty (Recourse) Required
Always
Borrower Entity Types Considered
  • LLC
  • Limited Partnership
  • Trust
  • Corporation
Documentation Required
  • Credit Report
  • Tax Returns
  • Bank Statements
  • Financial Statements
  • Loan Application
Appraisal Required for Residential Property

Always

Broker Price Opinion (BPO) Accepted for Residential Property

Will Consider Collateralizing Multiple Properties in One Loan

no

Will lend to a foreign national

yes

We only lend to foreign nationals, and non US citizens under certain criteria (e.g. have been living abroad for a number of years or recently moved to the US and do not have credit history for local lenders).
Will Allow Junior Position Mortgage(s) Behind Our Senior Mortgage

no

Will Consider Equity Joint Venture

no

Collateral Types
  • Residential Property
Loan Purpose
  • Investment Acquisition
  • Investment Refinance
Property Occupancy
  • Vacant
  • Tenant Occupied 100%
  • Tenant Occupied Partial

Additional Details

The 2% origination covers all fees related to processing, underwriting, and originating your loan. The 2% fee is deducted from loan amount. The appraisal fee is paid to the appraisal company directly. We can lend in some instances to US Citizens. For example, for US citizens that moved abroad and do not have sufficient US credit. Or investors that have very recently been neutralized and have not built sufficient credit history.

Legal Disclaimer

Interest rates are subject to change.

Lendai is a fintech direct lender financing US real estate properties for foreign investors.  

Our mission is to change an outdated trillion-dollar market by utilizing technology to level the playfield for global investors in the US residential real estate market. We enable our customers to achieve their financial goals through digital solutions that create a simple, fast, and efficient online financing process. Our unique AI algorithms and an online platform are transforming the way foreign investors access US financing. 

Office Locations

US Office
1000 Brickell Avenue, Suite #715-418, Miami, FL 33131
Canada Office
100 King St W, Suite #5700,, Toronto, ON M5X 1A9
Israel Office
Moshe Sharett St 6, Rishon LeTsiyon, Israel, 7570427
UK Office
83 Baker Street , London, W1U 6AG

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