Since 2008, we serve assist new and establshed house of worship non-profit organizations secure funding for their operations. A house of worship real estate loan is a specialized commercial loan used by churches, temples, mosques, and synagogues to buy, build, or renovate religious properties.
Because these properties are non-profit, unique-use buildings, traditional banks view them as higher risk. Specialized lenders look past traditional profit margins, focusing instead on consistent tithing (donations), membership growth, and community impact to approve the funding. Underwriting for these loans is complex and typically takes 60 days to 6 months, requiring extensive financial history and board approval documentation.
Designed for faith-based institutions with solid borrowing histories, strong revenues, and a 501(c)(3) designation.
Loan Amounts: $75,000 to $35,000,000
Flexible Uses: Purchase, New Construction, Refinance, or Renovations
Lender Protections: Up to 25% Loan-to-Value (LTV) options available
Favorable Structures: Long-term security with loan terms spanning from 5 to 30 years
Executive Perks: No personal credit checks, no upfront application fees, and no personal guarantees required
Timeline: Standard files typically close within 60 to 120 days from full package submission.
Specialized alternative programs designed for houses of worship that have encountered financial hardships and find it difficult to secure traditional financing due to historical credit challenges.
Loan Amounts: $75,000 to $1,000,000
Credit Flexibility: Prior bankruptcies, foreclosures, or low minimum credit scores are openly accepted. Discounted note payoffs are also welcomed.
Streamlined Process: Requiring minimal documentation with zero upfront application fees or hidden large upfront costs.
Cash Flow Relief: Interest-only options are available to keep your initial monthly payments manageable.
Speed: Capital access and closing timeframes in as little as 2 weeks from package completion.
To analyze your scenario accurately and package your file for rapid lender matching, your organization will need to compile the following items:
Completed One-Page Application: Provided during our initial strategic intake review.
YTD Financial Integrity: Current Year-to-Date Profit & Loss Statement alongside an updated Balance Sheet.
Historical Statements: The last three consecutive years of your organization's Profit & Loss Statements and Balance Sheets.
U.S. Registration: Proof of active 501(c)(3) designation operating within the United States (We do not service foreign institutions operating outside the U.S.).
Disclaimer: Solution Financial Group is not a direct lender. All funding decisions are at the discretion of the lender. Advertised rates and terms are subject to change in accordance with lender policy.