A bridge loan is a short-term loan intended to provide financing until a borrower secures permanent, long-term financing for their real estate investment. Bridge loans are used during the gap between purchasing a property and selling a previous one, providing the borrower with added flexibility. Bridge loans can also be referred to as bridge financing, gap financing, interim financing, or swing financing.
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