Ambition Lending — Hard Money Lender

California Hard Money Lender | Close in 5-7 Days | Ambition Lending

California’s competitive real estate market demands fast, reliable capital. Ambition Lending funds hard money loans across Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, and all major California metros — closing in 5-7 days.

Trusted by California Real Estate Investors Since 2020

  • $420M+ funded in California

  • 1,200+ California investors served

  • Average close: 6 days

Numbers current as of 2025.

Hard Money Loans done right

Fast Funding, Satisfaction Guaranteed

Competitive rates, flexible terms, and deal-first underwriting designed for California real estate investors.

About Us

Hard Money, Minus the Headaches

California hard money is about speed and certainty of close. In a market where multiple offers are standard, a verified lender with a 24-hour term sheet is your competitive edge. Ambition Lending funds across all California markets — coastal, inland, and everything in between.

Sydney Kibuuka

Founder & CEO

Our Loan Programs

Our Loan Programs

Hard Money Loans

Fast, Flexible, and Common-Sense Hard Money Loans

Fix & Flip Loans

Loans to acquire and renovate residential properties to eventually sell
Up to 90% of purchase, up to 100% of rehab; interest-only; 6–18 months.

Bridge Loans

Close fast on acquisitions or refinance while you line up take-out. 75%LTV • 6–24 mo • No DSCR/Debt-to-Income (DTI) required

Multifamily Bridge

Light-to-heavy value-add, with rehab draws.
Case-by-case with draws.

New Construction

Spec builds and infill; staged draws; interest-only. Case-by-case with draws.

Land & Entitlements

Select markets; quick closings for shovel-ready plays.

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Why Choose Us

The Best Choice for California Investors

Fast

Term sheet in 24 hours; closes as fast as 5 days on complete California files.

Flexible

Asset-based underwriting; first-time California investors considered.

Transparent

Rate, points, and fees disclosed up front — no surprises at closing.

Hands-On

Dedicated California loan advisor from application through close.

HOW OUR PROCESS WORKS

AS EASY AS 1, 2, 3

1) Submit the Deal

Property address, rehab budget, and exit strategy. Takes 5 minutes.

2) Get Your Term Sheet

Clear term sheet within 24 hours — rate, points, fees disclosed upfront.

3) Close & Build

Dedicated draw team; fast fund releases tied to inspection.

4) Exit Cleanly

Sell for profit or refinance into a long-term DSCR rental loan.

Testimonials

What California Investors Say

Fix & Flip Investor

Ambition helped me lock up a Los Angeles duplex before conventional financing could even issue a pre-approval update. We closed in 6 days and I refinanced after renovation.

Daniel Kim,

Los Angeles, CA

First-Time Investor

On a San Diego coastal deal, timing was everything. Ambition delivered exactly what they promised — clear terms, no drama, and a smooth close.

Priya Mehta,

San Diego, CA

Bridge Loan Client

I needed fast capital for a Sacramento flip with heavy rehab. Ambition moved quickly, funded the purchase, and the draw process stayed efficient throughout.

Robert Castillo,

Sacramento, CA

Rental Portfolio Builder

“We’ve scaled from 2 rentals to 14 doors in just over a year, thanks to Ambition’s DSCR loans. They understood our cash-flow model and made the process painless compared to banks.”

Priya Patel,

Orlando, FL

New Construction Builder

“Traditional lenders wouldn’t touch our small infill project. Ambition not only funded it but set up a clear draw schedule that kept our subs paid on time. We broke ground within 3 weeks of our first call.”

James O’Connor,

Denver, CO

Repeat Borrower

“This is my fourth loan with Ambition. Every time, they’ve delivered exactly what they promised: fast funding, clear terms, and no surprises at closing.”

Elena Rodriguez

Los Angeles, CA

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

As fast as 3 days with a complete file

Yes, but we underwrite the asset and exit first.

Purchase contract, rehab budget/scope, comps, entity docs, ID, experience (if any).

From 8-12% and 2-4 points; final terms depend on deal, leverage, and experience.

Yes; up to [X]% of ARV (subject to appraisal/valuation).

  • Milestone-based; request → inspect → approve → fund.

  • Any prepayment penalties?[Policy].

Yes, with solid scope, comps, and exit.

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