Conventus

San Francisco, California

Conventus

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This vendor has been evaluated and confirmed as active, reputable, and qualified to lend.

About

$11.2B+
Capital Deployed
2015
Year Founded
Conventus Holdings Corporation (CHC) was founded in 2015 by Keith M. Tomao, a former Managing Director at Goldman Sachs in the Fixed Income Division with 20 years of Wall Street experience. Based in San Francisco, Conventus is a direct private money lender focused on residential and multifamily investment properties across 45 states, with $11.2B+ in total loan volume originated.</p><p>Conventus operates exclusively from its own balance sheet, funding bridge loans, fix-and-flip, construction, and long-term DSCR rental loans. The company is known for competitive pricing, responsive customer service, and fast closings — most bridge loans fund in 5-10 business days. Conventus also lends on unusual scenarios including 2nd and 3rd mortgages, condo conversions, TIC structures, vacation rentals, partner buyouts, and business purpose cash-out on primary residences.

Key Differentiators

Why investors choose this lender:

  • Founded by ex-Goldman Sachs MD with $11.2B+ originated - institutional pedigree and scale rare in the private lending space, with 100+ employees and deep capital markets access
  • 2nd and 3rd lien positions available - one of few lenders willing to take junior position on cash-out up to 65% CLTV, providing liquidity without refinancing existing first mortgages
  • 45-state coverage with $150K to $100M loan range - capable of financing small residential deals and large multifamily projects under one roof
  • DSCR loans with no income or employment verification - no tax returns required; underwritten solely on DSCR ratio and credit, with foreign national and LLC acceptance built in
  • 30-year fixed and ARM options on rental loans - 5/1 and 7/1 ARM structures with borrower-driven prepayment buydown to 1 or 2 years for added flexibility
  • Specialty scenarios few lenders touch - including condo conversions, TIC (tenancy-in-common) financing, partner buyouts, vacation rentals, subdivisions, and business-purpose cash-out on primary residences
  • 5-10 day bridge loan close - consistently fast execution from an institutional lender, with a documented 5-day fastest close

Where They Lend

Nationwide
45 States (excl. NV, ND, SD, MN, WV, IA)
Lends in primary and secondary markets across 45 states, excluding Nevada, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, West Virginia, and Iowa. No commercial properties or owner-occupied homes. Focuses on primary and secondary markets.

Loan Types, Structures and Terms

$150,000 to $100,000,000
Typical Loan Amounts
6 to 60 Months
Typical Terms
9% to 12.99%
Typical Interest Rates
0% to 2%
Typical Points
Fix-and-flip: 85% LTP / 100% LTC / 70% LTARV. Rehab & hold: 90% LTP / 90% LTC / 70% LTARV. Bridge purchase: 90% LTP residential / 80% multifamily. Bridge refi: 80% LTV residential (no cash-out) / 70% LTV cash-out. DSCR: 75% LTV. Construction: 60% LTP land / 80% LTC / 70% LTCV. 2nd lien: up to 65% CLTV for cash-out. All bridge loans 1st or 2nd lien. Interest only.
Conventus funds fix-and-flip deals at up to 90% of purchase price with 100% of renovation costs financed and interest charged only on drawn funds. Pre-approvals come back in 24 to 48 hours with closings in 5 to 10 business days, and there is no prepayment penalty.
Fix & Flip FeatureStructure & Terms
Max LTP (Purchase Price)Up to 85% of purchase price
Max LTC (Renovation Costs)100% of renovation funded
Max LTARV70%
Interest Rate Range9% to 12.99%
Origination Fee0% to 2% (minimum $1,500)
Loan Amount Range$150,000 to $100,000,000
Loan Term6 to 60 months, interest-only
Min Credit Score660 FICO
Prepayment PenaltyNone
Speed to ClosePre-approval in 24 to 48 hours; typical close 10 days, fastest 5 days
Multiple ProjectsConventus supports investors running multiple concurrent flips. Track live budget variance across every active project with the FlipperForce Project Budgeter.
Conventus funds ground-up residential and multifamily construction with up to 80% LTC and 70% LTCV, with land acquisition financing up to 60% LTP. Loan amounts up to $100M with terms up to 60 months.
Construction FeatureStructure & Terms
Max LTP (Land Acquisition)60%
Max LTC (Construction Costs)80%
Max LTCV70%
Loan Amount Range$150,000 to $100,000,000
Property TypesResidential and multifamily ground-up construction
Loan TermUp to 60 months
Min Credit Score660 FICO
Prepayment PenaltyNone on construction loans
Conventus DSCR rental loans qualify on the property's cash flow with no tax returns, borrower income, or employment verification. Fixed 30-year, 5/1 ARM, and 7/1 ARM options are available with a borrower-elected rate buydown, closing in 30 to 45 days.
Rental DSCR FeatureStructure & Terms
Loan Term Options30-year fixed | 5/1 ARM | 7/1 ARM
Rate & PricingContact for Rates. Conventus does not publish DSCR rates. They do offer a rate buydown: paying 1.5% origination instead of 1% buys the rate down 0.25%, and 2% buys it down 0.5%.
Qualification MethodQualified on the property's DSCR. No tax returns, borrower income, or employment verification required.
Rent CalculationThe lesser of appraiser-provided or Conventus-estimated stabilized market rents sets gross potential rent, plus ancillary income from parking, storage, and laundry.
Prepayment PenaltyStep-down structure: 3-2-1 or 5-4-3-2-1. A discount is available for a minimum interest period.
Required ReservesAdditional reserves required for multi-property loans, not to exceed 12 months
Portfolio ReleaseRelease price is 120% of the property's allocated loan amount plus any applicable prepayment penalty
Speed to CloseClose in 30 to 45 days. BRRRR investors can model projected DSCR and cash-on-cash returns in the FlipperForce BRRRR Analyzer before committing to the refinance exit.
Conventus bridge loans close in 5 to 10 business days on residential and multifamily investment property, with pre-approval in 24 to 48 hours and no prepayment penalty. Second and third lien positions are available for investors pulling cash out without touching an existing first mortgage.
Bridge Loan FeatureStructure & Terms
Use CasesAs-is acquisitions, rate-term refinances, cash-out refinances, and repositioning plays on non-owner occupied single and multifamily residential property. Conventus also handles specialty scenarios including condo conversions, TIC structures, partner buyouts, and vacation rentals.
Max LTP (Purchase, No Value-Add)90% residential | 80% multifamily
Max LTV (Refi, No Cash-Out)80% residential | 70% multifamily
Max LTV (Cash-Out Refi)70% residential | 65% multifamily
2nd Lien Cash-OutUp to 65% CLTV. 2nd and 3rd lien positions available, which is uncommon among institutional private lenders and lets investors pull cash out without refinancing an existing first mortgage.
Interest Rate Range9% to 12.99%
Origination Fee0% to 2% (minimum $1,500). Processing fee typically around $1,500.
Loan Amount & Term$150,000 to $100,000,000 | 6 to 60 months | Interest-only | No prepayment penalty
Speed to ClosePre-approval in 24 to 48 hours; typical close 10 days, fastest 5 days
BRRRR StrategyConventus covers the acquisition and rehab leg and the long-term DSCR exit. Model the full cycle in the FlipperForce BRRRR Analyzer before committing to the bridge.
Don't lose the deal waiting on financing. Apply now and get pre-approved today.

Borrower Qualifications (Are you qualified?)

Conventus qualifies borrowers based on the asset value and project plan rather than personal income or employment history. All experience levels accepted with 620 minimum FICO; no W-2 documentation required.
Qualification ParameterLender Requirements
Experience LevelAll Tiers Accepted. New investors qualify; experienced investors with 3+ prior exits unlock preferred leverage and rate tiers.
Credit Requirement620 Minimum FICO. Soft credit pull for initial quote; does not affect your credit score at application stage.
Income VerificationNo W-2s or Tax Returns Required. Qualifying is asset-based; personal debt-to-income ratios are not evaluated.
Entity RequirementLLC or Corporation Required. All loans must be closed under a business entity; not available to individuals.

Underwriting Process (How long will it take to get approved?)

Conventus underwrites through an online platform with dedicated account managers guiding borrowers from application through closing. Fast term sheet delivery with a streamlined digital document workflow across their 45-state footprint.
Stage / RequirementProcess & Timelines
Initial ReviewOnline application reviewed within 1 to 2 business days; term sheet issued on qualifying submissions.
Property ValuationIn-house ARV and as-is valuation using comparable sales data. Third-party appraisal required on select deal types.
Speed to CloseLoans close in as fast as 10 to 14 business days on a complete, organized file.
Document ChecklistPurchase contract, LLC formation documents, itemized scope of work, and proof of liquidity for down payment and reserves.

Draw Process (How long will it take to get draws?)

Conventus processes rehab draws through an online platform with digital or field inspection options. Fast draw turnarounds protect contractor payment schedules and keep renovation timelines on track.
Operational StepMethodology & Timelines
Draw SystemReimbursement-based. Investor funds a work phase upfront and submits a draw request to be reimbursed after inspection approval.
Inspection MethodDigital or field inspection. Photo and video documentation submitted through the online platform, or on-site field visit for larger draws.
Funding TurnaroundWire initiated within 3 to 5 business days of inspection review and complete draw package submission.
Draw FeesStandard draw inspection and processing fees of approximately $150 to $250 per draw; confirm at closing.