Case Study: $10.5M Commercial Bank Funding

Insignia Mortgage recently closed $10.5M Commercial Bank Funding. This case study showcases Insignia’s unique ability to get truly complex loans funded.

In this scenario, a sophisticated developer approached Insignia Mortgage for bank financing. The developer did not want funding from a private money source and was looking to develop a business relationship with a commercial bank. The property was financed with an initial loan for 70% of the purchase with a secondary vehicle customized by the bank for the construction improvements. A 24-month term was offered to allow ample time for improvements and the sale of the property. The developer returns significantly increased by lower cost of capital and optimized finance structure which lowered carry costs. Exceptional work by our Head of Construction Lending & Broker Associate, Todd William Harris. 

At Insignia Mortgage, we understand that what works for one client does not always work for everyone. Especially when your financial picture doesn’t adhere to the strict model that many conforming lenders demand. Connect with us to learn more about our non-QM lending solutions.

Case Study: $11M Private Debt Fund

Insignia Mortgage recently closed a Private Debt Fund for $11 million. This case study showcases Insignia’s unique ability to get truly complex loans funded.

In this scenario, a high-profile borrower approached Insignia Mortgage to discretely locate $11 Million bridge loan to sell. The borrowing entity was a complex foreign trust, and the property involved as a condominium located in Manhattan, New York. Insignia Mortgage located a lender that gave the borrower the loan for 12 months, with a 12-month extension option, at 10.75% for an LTV of 30%.attain a more expensive loan.  The loan closed in under 3 weeks with all of the moving pieces.

At Insignia Mortgage, we understand that what works for one client does not always work for everyone. Especially when your financial picture doesn’t adhere to the strict model that many conforming lenders demand. Connect with us to learn more about our non-QM lending solutions.

Case Study: Bank Bridge Loan for Distressed Property

Insignia Mortgage recently closed a bank bridge loan for a distressed property for $3 million. This case study showcases Insignia’s unique ability to get truly complex loans funded.

In this scenario, the borrower approached Insignia Mortgage for funding to purchase a distressed property. Insignia Mortgage was able to locate a bank bridge loan for the client. The property was purchased with a cross-collateralization loan, and the borrower will be remodeling the property to make it habitable. The bank provided the borrower 24 months to complete the remodel and will help with the refinance into a permanent loan upon completion. This lender allowed the borrower not to have to use private money for the purchase, saving the borrower from having to attain a more expensive loan.  The loan closed in under 3 weeks with all of the moving pieces.

At Insignia Mortgage, we understand that what works for one client does not always work for everyone. Especially when your financial picture doesn’t adhere to the strict model that many conforming lenders demand. Connect with us to learn more about our non-QM lending solutions.

Q2 2023 Transaction Spotlights

Throughout the second quarter of 2023, Insignia Mortgage has solidified California’s Jumbo Loan Experts. Our portfolio of jumbo loan successes this past quarter is a testament to our team’s dedication to surpassing client expectations.

Q2 2023 Transaction Spotlights

$9 Million, 75% LTV, 5.500% APR

The highly qualified borrower was seeking maximum leverage on a new home purchase. His financials were difficult to analyze due to the major expansion of his company over the last year, which affected net income. An additional challenge in closing the transaction was coordinating with a very nervous seller, who was quite worried as the two previous buyers could not obtain financials.

$2.2 Million, 80% LTV, 6.250% APR

Insignia Mortgage was approached by a client looking to close escrow on a property with 2 missing bathrooms. The borrower wanted to complete the remodel of the bathrooms himself. Insignia located a lender willing to close on the unfished property and allow the borrower to complete the remodel himself.

$4.6 Million, 43% LTV, 6.500% APR

The borrower approached Insignia Mortgage for an Owner Occupied Construction Loan after the purchase of a lot. The borrower recently sold his business and is being paid a salary over the next few years by the company. Insignia Mortgage was able to locate a lender that was able to use the client’s balance sheet and income to qualify for the Owner Occupied Construction Loan.

$980K, 43% LTV, 8.500% APR

The borrower required a DSCR loan after being turned down for a bank statement loan on the property. Funds were going to pay off another debt. Insignia Mortgage was able to locate a max LTV lender who was also OK with vesting the property in an LLC and providing cash out.

$3.05 Million, 80% LTV, 8.475% APR

The borrower was looking for maximum leverage on a new home purchase using his business bank statements. Insignia Mortgage located a lender that provided 80% financing and LLC vesting with a closing in under 20 days

$1 Million, 68% LTV, 6.250% APR

Insignia Mortgage canvased the lending marketplace for a sharp pencil 30-year fixed-rate loan for this very qualified borrower. Our hard work paid off as we were able to locate the best-priced option and won the deal for our client.

$2.1 Million, 50% LTV, 8.500% APR

The borrower was looking for a loan program that would not verify income, as she was self-employed and she earned income both domestically and abroad. Given the complexity of her financials, it was decided to utilize a no-income or employment verification loan program.

$1.62 Million, 80% LTV, 5.875% APR

The borrower just moved from New York to California. After renting for a month, he found a condo in Marina Del Rey he wanted to purchase. Insignia Mortgage was able to locate a lender with below-market rates to quickly close the loan with no origination costs.

FOUR INSIGNIA BROKERS RANK WITHIN SCOTSMAN GUIDE’S TOP 25 ORIGINATORS IN COUNTRY 

Insignia Mortgage is thrilled to announce that 4 of our brokers have been ranked in the Scotsman Guide’s Top 25 Originators for 2023! In fact, co-founders, Damon Germanides and Chris Furie were ranked as #4 and #7 respectively, making 2023 their 7th year to rank within Scotsman’s Top 10. Following suit in recognition by Scotsman are team members Romy Nourafchan and Neil Patel, who were featured on this year’s Top 25 at #20 and #24. In addition to this achievement, Chris, Damon, Romy, and Neil have the largest loans by size in the rankings. The total loan volume for the company in 2021 alone was close to $1 billion and over $850 million in 2022. 

“We are honored to be included in this exclusive list of top mortgage brokers. Our ranking proves the value mortgage brokers serve even to higher-end borrowers as we help clients navigate the complexities of the mortgage loan process.”  

Damon Germanides, Insignia Mortgage co-founder, in response to the 2023 Top Originator List release.  

The Insignia team attributes their consistent standing on the annual Scotsman Top Mortgage Brokers List to their dedication to providing individualized lending solutions. They have unique expertise in successfully placing niche jumbo loans with local banks and credit unions.  

Insignia has focused on this jumbo niche area of the market for over a decade. Damon and Chris saw a need in the marketplace to locate lenders willing to fund multi-million-dollar loans for self-employed borrowers, foreign nationals, real estate investors, and retirees. As a result, their team has helped create customized loan programs with their lending sources to meet this need. They have also created industry resources like their Insignia Mortgage App to help improve the loan process for everyone involved. Their commitment to innovation continues to elevate the jumbo loan experience for clients and brokers.  

2023 marks the 7th year in a row that Insignia’s team has had the honor of ranking within the Top 50 on this list. View the full Top Mortgage Brokers List under The Scotsman Guide’s Top Originators 2023 here.

Featured Transaction Success Story 6

Cash-out Refinance Little Holmby To Pay-off IRS Tax Lien

Home Value: $5.2 MM
LTV: 70% LTV
Loan: 1st TD of $3.64 M
Terms: 5/1 ARM 5.25%
Challenge: The borrower was looking for a common-sense loan program to pay-off an IRS tax lien and replenish cash reserves. Due to inconsistent cash flow, Insignia Mortgage located a lender willing to offer competitive terms on a large cash-out refi. Closed in under 35 days.

Featured Transaction Success Story 5

Purchase Beverly Hills Big Bank Turn Down

Purchase Price: $6.375 MM
LTV: 70% LTV / 80% CLTV
Loan: 1st TD of $4.46 MM/ LOC of $500,000
Terms: 5/1 ARM 3.625% / Business Line of Credit 6.50%
Challenge: The borrower was earning a large income as a newly minted physician in private practice and had been turned down by a big money center bank. The borrower was looking for a solution that required a lender to be comfortable with a large jump in provable income, with only a 20% down payment on a $6 MM+ purchase.

Featured Transaction Success Story 4

Beach House With Cross-Collateralization

Purchase Price: $7.5 MM
LTV: 10% Down Payment Cross-Collateralized Loan
Loan: $6.75 MM
Terms: 1st TD 5/1 ARM IO @4.00%
Challenge: The borrowers required a quick closing and needed a cross-collateralization loan to help with down-payment. Insignia Mortgage was able to locate worked with a lender comfortable with offering financing even with a limited cash-down payment, as well as the borrowers’ complex entity ownership structure. The loan closed in 30 days.

Featured Transaction Success Story 3

$4MM 12-Month Bank Statement Cash-Out Refinance To Pay Off IRS

Valuation: $5.7MM
LTV: 70%, $4MM
Terms: 1st 5/1 ARM @ 4.50%
Challenge: The borrower was encumbered by the IRS and wanted to take cash out of his primary residence to pay-off the IRS tax lien. The borrower required a bank statement program due to his tax returns not being filed for the current tax year. Insignia Mortgage was able to get the lender comfortable with the borrower’s business cash flow through an in-depth analysis of the business bank statements. The IRS was paid in full through the loan proceeds.

Featured Transaction Success Story 2

$5.1 MM All Cash-Out For Investment in Private Placement

Valuation: $12 MM
LTV: 41.66%
Loan: $5.1 MM
Terms: 1st 5/1 ARM @3.25%
Challenge: The borrowers needed cash-out quickly to participate in a private placement in public equity. The borrowers only had 3 weeks to come up with the funds to close on the investment. Insignia Mortgage was able to work with the borrower and their CPA to structure this complex refinance and quickly obtain loan approval. The property was owned in two separate irrevocable trusts which added an additional layer of complexity to the transaction. The lender agreed to move forward after reviewing the file with their legal team and also to close the loan within 14 days and approved $5 million in cash-out proceeds.