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Our flexible FixNFlip loans simplify the approval process and enable you to move quickly, maximize your leverage, and pivot when necessary.

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Whether your strategy is Build For Rent or Build for Sell, we specialize in vertical construction financing on infill, shovel-ready, fully entitled land on single builds or developments.

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When you need to close quickly or want to buy some extra time to finalize your business plan, a basic Bridge Loan is the tool you need to add versatility and flexibility to your strategy.

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Our rental investment loans are flexible and versatile, giving you the leverage you need and the reliable capital you want.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rental Property Loans in Louisiana

A DSCR loan, short for Debt Service Coverage Ratio loan, is a type of rental property financing that evaluates a deal based on the investment property's ability to generate enough rental income to cover its debt obligations. Rather than scrutinizing a borrower's personal income or requiring bank statements and tax returns, DSCR loans in Louisiana focus on the property itself: what it earns, what it costs to carry, and whether the math works. For real estate investors, that's a much more practical lens than conventional mortgage underwriting.

The debt service coverage ratio is calculated by dividing a property's gross rental income by its total debt obligations, including principal, interest, taxes, insurance, and any applicable association fees. A DSCR of 1.0 means the property's income exactly covers its debt payments. Properties with a DSCR of 1.2 or higher generally qualify for more competitive rates and leverage, making it worth evaluating your target properties carefully before applying.

Lima One Capital offers DSCR loans on a range of Louisiana investment property types, including:\

Whether you're targeting a long-term tenant in Baton Rouge or a high-occupancy Airbnb-style rental in the French Quarter, our loan programs are built to accommodate different property types and investment strategies across Louisiana's varied markets.

No. One of the defining features of a DSCR loan is that it does not require personal income verification. Lima One Capital underwrites rental loans in Louisiana based on your credit score, your liquidity, and the income potential of the investment property, not your W-2s or personal tax returns. This makes DSCR loans especially well-suited for self-employed investors and those whose personal financials don't fully reflect their experience or track record in real estate investment.

Yes. Lima One Capital offers rental loan programs specifically designed for short-term rental and vacation rental properties. We use current STR market income data to underwrite these properties, which means your loan structure is based on realistic income projections for your specific market instead of a one-size-fits-all formula. Louisiana's tourism-driven markets, particularly in and around New Orleans, can make vacation rental properties strong candidates for this type of financing.