Private Credit & Hard Money Lending

We Close
When Banks Won't.

Lower Towns funds real estate investors in the Chattanooga, TN area with speed, flexibility, and no red tape. Fix & flip, new construction, bridge loans — no red tape, no runaround.

72 hrs Average Approval
Up to 70% ARV
$50K–$250K Loan Range

Loan Programs

Flexible Capital for Every Deal

We structure loans around your project — not the other way around.

Fix & Flip

Acquire and renovate residential properties with a single short-term loan covering purchase and rehab costs. Fast closings let you move on deals before the competition.

  • Up to 70% ARV
  • 6–18 month terms
  • Interest-only payments
  • Close in 5–10 days

New Construction

Ground-up construction financing for builders and developers. Draw schedules aligned to your build timeline, with capital released as milestones are reached.

  • Up to 70% ARV
  • 12–24 month terms
  • Flexible draw schedules
  • Single & multi-family

Bridge Loans

Short-term bridge financing to move quickly on an acquisition while your long-term financing is arranged. Don't lose a great deal to a slow lender.

  • Up to 70% ARV
  • 3–12 month terms
  • Residential & commercial
  • No prepayment penalty

Something Else?

Every deal is different. If your situation doesn't fit a standard box — unusual structure, mixed-use, land, or something in between — pitch it to us anyway. We're open to creative deals and will give you a straight answer.

  • Non-standard structures welcome
  • Mixed-use & land considered
  • Evaluated case by case
  • No idea too unconventional

Why Lower Towns

Local Capital. Fast Closes.

We're not a bank. We're Chattanooga-based private capital — putting local money to work in local neighborhoods. We know these markets because we live and invest here too. That means faster decisions, common-sense underwriting, and someone who actually picks up the phone.

Speed & Certainty

Pre-approvals in 24 hours. Closings in as few as 5 days. We know deals have deadlines.

Asset-Based Underwriting

We lend on the deal, not just the borrower. Strong credit helps, but the property speaks loudest.

Repeat Borrower Relationships

The more we work together, the smoother it gets. Long-term partners enjoy streamlined terms and priority service.

Transparent Terms

No surprise fees or last-minute changes. We tell you exactly what to expect before you sign anything.

Keeping It Local

We live and invest in Chattanooga too. When this city grows, we all win — and that's exactly the point.

Typical Bank

  • 30–60 day closing
  • Rigid qualification criteria
  • Extensive documentation
  • Slow decision-making
  • No relationship flexibility

Lower Towns Capital

  • Close in 5–10 days
  • Asset-based lending
  • Streamlined process
  • Direct decision-maker access
  • Flexible, relationship-driven

How It Works

From Application to Closing

A streamlined process designed to get you funded fast.

01

Submit Your Deal

Fill out our simple contact form or give us a call. Share the basics — property address, loan amount needed, and your exit strategy.

02

Get Pre-Approved

We review your deal and respond within 24 hours with a pre-approval and term sheet. No lengthy applications or committee reviews.

03

Due Diligence

We order an appraisal or BPO, review title, and confirm the scope of work. We keep this lean so it doesn't slow you down.

04

Close & Fund

Sign your loan documents, fund through title, and get to work. Your dedicated point of contact is available throughout the life of your loan.

Get In Touch

Ready to Fund Your Next Deal?

Fill out the form and we'll get back to you within one business day with a clear answer — no runaround, no automated phone trees.

Lower Towns, LLC is a private lender serving the Chattanooga, TN area. Loans are for non-owner-occupied investment properties only. All loans subject to underwriting approval.

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