🚩 Red Flags That Get Real Estate Deals Denied for Funding (And How to Fix Them)

Avoid These Common Mistakes That Can Derail Your Real Estate Deal Funding and Learn How to Get Approved Faster

Not every deal gets approved — and in most cases, it’s not because of the investor... it’s because of the deal itself.

At SLB Consultants, we’ve seen hundreds of deals cross our desks. Some are approved lightning-fast — others? 🚫 Denied. But here’s the good news: many of the issues that kill a deal can be fixed before you submit.

If you’re serious about securing private or asset-based funding, watch out for these common red flags:

❌ 1. No Clear Exit Strategy

You might be excited about the potential of the property, but lenders want to know one thing:👉 How will you pay this money back?

Whether you’re flipping, refinancing, or holding as a rental, your exit strategy should be crystal clear. No strategy = no funding.

✅ How to Fix It:

Map out your numbers from purchase to profit. Be ready to explain your timeline, rehab plan, and how you’ll exit the deal successfully.

❌ 2. Overpaying for the Property

This is a huge one. If the deal doesn’t make sense on paper, it won’t work in real life either.Lenders use ARV (After Repair Value), comps, and cost breakdowns to assess risk — if you're paying way over market, we can’t protect your downside.

✅ How to Fix It:

Do your homework. Bring comps. Show why your offer price makes sense based on value-add, neighborhood appreciation, or unique upside.

❌ 3. Incomplete Paperwork

A deal with missing documents is like trying to drive with no gas. No signed contract? No rehab budget? No photos or comps? It slows everything down — and often results in a pass.

✅ How to Fix It:

Be prepared. Have your purchase contract, repair estimates, photos, and exit strategy ready. Want a checklist? 👉 [Click here to download ours] or DM us “Checklist” on Instagram @SLBMoney.

🛠️ Bonus Tip: Get Pre-Vetted Before You Submit

At SLB, we don’t just fund deals — we help you structure them to win. If you’re not sure whether your deal is fundable, submit it to us early for a free evaluation. We’ll guide you through red flags before they become deal breakers.

💡 What Lenders Really Look for in Real Estate Deal Funding

When it comes to real estate deal funding, lenders aren’t just handing out checks—they’re making calculated decisions based on risk, return, and reliability.

Here’s what we look for before we say “yes”:

• 📊 Strong Deal Numbers: Purchase price, rehab budget, and ARV should make sense and show clear profit potential.

• 🧾 Complete Documentation: From the purchase contract to your scope of work, the cleaner your submission, the faster we move.

• 🧠 Investor Readiness: Even if you're new, showing a solid plan and a good team around you increases trust.

Whether you're funding a fix and flip or a BRRRR deal, understanding how real estate deal funding actually works puts you in a much stronger position.

✅ Ready to Get Your Deal Approved?

Submit your deal now using our secure form:👉 Click here to submit

And don’t forget to follow us on Instagram @SLBMoney for more real estate funding tips, success stories, and behind-the-scenes of what it really takes to get funded.

Email: amanda@slbconsultants

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