BRIDGE LOANS · Iowa (IA) Underwriting Matrix · Stephen R. Mannenbach, J.D., MBA

Iowa Real Estate Bridge Loans (1–4 Unit, 5–25+ Unit Multifamily & Commercial) — 2026 Rates, LTV Caps & State Rules

Iowa Bridge Loans provide business-purpose real estate investors with Up to 80% LTV Acquisition / 75% Bridge Cash-Out across loan amounts from $100,000 – $15,000,000+ at 8.75% – 10.99% Interest-Only (12, 24 & 36 Months (With Extension Options), 640+ FICO min FICO, 10 – 15 Business Days close). In Iowa (IA), lenders underwrite to a Judicial (or Non-Judicial Voluntary Commercial) statutory framework (160–220 days-day average timeline), a 1.52% average property tax rate (~$298/mo at the $235,000 state median), and $590/$100K hazard insurance (~$116/mo).

Max Leverage / LTC
Up to 80% LTV Acquisition / 75% Bridge Cash-Out
Min FICO: 640+ FICO
2026 Rate Band
8.75% – 10.99% Interest-Only
12, 24 & 36 Months (With Extension Options)
IA Security Instrument
Judicial (or Non-Judicial Voluntary Commercial)
160–220 days days avg timeline
IA Avg Tax & Ins
1.52% Tax
$590/$100K Hazard Ins

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