Charleston & the Lowcountry

Charleston's Direct Hard Money Lender for Real Estate Investors

Fund your next fix & flip, bridge, new build, or rental deal fast. A flat 12% rate, just 2 points and no junk fees, up to 85% loan-to-cost — and closings in days, not weeks. No bank red tape. No credit check.

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Get Pre-Qualified

Tell us about your deal. We'll get right back to you — usually same day.

🔒 No obligation. Investment property only. We never sell your info.

Direct private lender — we fund our own loans No junk fees · No prepay penalty Asset-based — no credit check Real people who pick up the phone
Why Investors Choose Kayak

Speed, Simplicity, and Real Savings

Banks weren't built for investors on a deadline. We were. Here's what working with a direct hard money lender actually gets you.

Close in Days, Not Weeks

We're the decision-maker. No loan committee, no underwriting maze. When your title is clear, we fund — so you never lose a deal to a slow lender.

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No Junk Fees, Period

Just 2 points to originate — and that's it. No processing, application, doc, or payoff fees, and no prepayment penalty. What we quote is exactly what you pay at closing.

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Up to 85% Loan-to-Cost

Keep more of your own capital in your pocket. We finance both the purchase and the rehab on qualifying deals so you can scale faster.

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No Credit Check

Our lending is asset-based. We underwrite the property and the project — not your FICO score — so strong deals get funded.

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Investor-First Service

You'll talk to actual decision-makers who fund deals for a living. Straight answers, no run-around, repeat-borrower relationships.

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Built for the Lowcountry

From downtown Charleston to Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Summerville and beyond — we fund non-owner-occupied investment property across the region.

Simple Process

From Deal to Funded in 4 Steps

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Tell Us the Deal

Submit the property and your numbers. Takes about 2 minutes.

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Fast Term Sheet

We review and send you terms — usually the same day.

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Title & Docs

We coordinate title and keep the paperwork painless.

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Get Funded

Close in days and get to work on your project.

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What We Fund

Loans for Every Investment Play

Non-owner-occupied investment property only — purchase or refinance.

Fix & Flip

Buy, renovate, and resell. Purchase + rehab financing in one fast loan.

Bridge Loans

Short-term capital to move quickly and bridge to your exit or permanent financing.

New Construction

Ground-up builds for investors and developers in the Charleston market.

Rentals & Cash-Out

Acquire rental property or pull equity out of a deal you already own.

Charleston Hard Money, Done Right

A Lending Partner Who Moves at Investor Speed

Charleston's real estate market moves fast — inventory is tight, good deals don't wait, and a slow bank pre-approval can cost you the property. Kayak Capital is a direct private money lender funding fix & flips, bridge loans, new construction, and rental deals on investment property throughout the Lowcountry.

  • Funding across Charleston, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Summerville, Goose Creek & the surrounding Lowcountry
  • Direct lender — your terms come from us, not a broker chain
  • Flexible, common-sense underwriting on real deals
  • A team that funds investor loans every single day

Don't Lose Your Next Deal to a Slow Lender

Get a free, no-obligation pre-qualification and know exactly what you can close on before you make your next offer.

Get Pre-Qualified Free → 📞 Call (843) 608-0388
Questions, Answered

Charleston Hard Money FAQ

What is a hard money loan?

A hard money loan is a short-term, asset-based real estate loan funded by a private lender rather than a bank. Approval is based primarily on the property and the deal — not your credit score — so investors can close in days instead of weeks.

How fast can you close in Charleston?

Most loans close in a matter of days once the property and title are in order. Because we're a direct lender, there's no loan committee or bank red tape slowing things down.

What does it cost?

A flat 12% rate plus 2 points to originate — and no junk fees. No processing, application, doc, or payoff fees, and no prepayment penalty. What we quote is what you pay at closing.

How much can I borrow?

Up to 85% of total project cost (loan-to-cost), covering both purchase and renovation on qualifying deals.

What types of projects qualify?

Non-owner-occupied investment property only: fix & flips, bridge loans, new construction, and rental acquisitions or cash-out refinances. We do not make consumer or owner-occupied home loans.

Do you check credit?

No credit check. Our lending is asset-based — we underwrite the property and the project, not your FICO score.

Ready to Fund Your Next Charleston Deal?

Get a free pre-qualification today and move on your next property with confidence. No obligation, no fees, no games.

Or call us directly: (843) 608-0388

📞 Call (843) 608-0388