LONE STAR FINANCING

Texas Commercial Real Estate Financing

Acquisition, refinance, construction, and bridge capital solutions in Texas from $500K to $50M+
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Commercial Loan Solutions for Texas Investors

As a Texas commercial mortgage broker, we structure acquisition, refinance, and development financing around asset performance and long-term growth — not restrictive bank guidelines. We deliver competitive terms, sharp pricing, and efficient execution for serious operators.

Texas commercial lending for real estate investors and businesses
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Texas Commercial Loans
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Capital solutions for diverse Texas commercial real estate investments

Texas multifamily commercial real estate financing for apartment communities
Texas industrial and warehouse commercial real estate financing
Texas hotel and hospitality commercial real estate financing
Texas office and retail commercial real estate financing
Texas commercial construction loan financing for new development
Texas SBA 7(a) and 504 commercial real estate financing

Our Commercial Loan Programs

Multifamily Financing (5+ Units)

Texas multifamily financing solutions for apartment investors, operators, and developers across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and growing secondary markets.

Lone Star Financing structures competitive capital solutions for stabilized and value-add apartment communities throughout Texas.

Eligible Property Types

  • Conventional apartment communities (5+ units)

  • Garden-style and mid-rise multifamily

  • Value-add and light rehab projects

  • Mixed-use with majority residential component

  • Build-to-rent communities

  • Student housing (select markets)

Loan Programs Available in Texas

  • Agency financing (Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac)

  • Bank and credit union multifamily loans

  • Debt fund and bridge financing

  • CMBS / conduit loans

  • Value-add bridge-to-perm structures

  • Supplemental and mezzanine financing

Texas Multifamily Loan Guidelines

  • Loan amounts typically from $1MM to $50MM+

  • Up to 75–80% LTV for stabilized assets

  • Bridge financing up to 80–85% LTC (value-add scenarios)

  • 5, 7, 10-year fixed-rate options

  • Interest-only periods available

  • Non-recourse options available for qualifying transactions

  • Amortization typically 25–30 years

  • Minimum DSCR generally 1.20x–1.30x (depending on program

Industrial & Warehouse Financing

Texas industrial and warehouse financing for distribution centers, flex space, logistics facilities, and owner-occupied industrial properties.

With continued population growth, Texas remains one of the strongest industrial real estate markets in the country. Lone Star Financing structures competitive debt solutions for investors, developers, and business owners seeking capital for stabilized, value-add, or development industrial assets.

Eligible Property Types

  • Distribution and logistics facilities

  • Light industrial and flex space

  • Warehouse and bulk storage facilities

  • Manufacturing facilities

  • Cold storage and specialty industrial

  • Industrial outdoor storage (IOS)

  • Owner-occupied industrial properties

Loan Programs Available in Texas

  • Bank and credit union industrial loans

  • CMBS / conduit financing

  • Debt fund and bridge financing

  • Construction and development financing

  • SBA 7(a) and 504 for owner-occupied industrial

  • Portfolio and cross-collateralized structures

General Texas Industrial Loan Guidelines

  • Loan amounts typically from $1MM to $75MM+

  • Up to 70–80% LTV for stabilized assets

  • Up to 80–85% LTC for development (depending on sponsor strength)

  • 5, 7, and 10-year fixed-rate structures

  • Floating-rate bridge options available

  • Interest-only periods for qualifying transactions

  • Amortization typically 20–30 years

  • Minimum DSCR generally 1.20x–1.35x

Hotel & Hospitality Financing

Texas hotel and hospitality financing for flagged and independent properties across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and key tourism and business corridors.

From select-service acquisitions to full-service repositioning and new construction developments, Lone Star Financing structures capital solutions aligned with occupancy performance, brand affiliation, and market demand across Texas.

Eligible Property Types

  • Flagged select-service hotels (Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, etc.)

  • Full-service and convention hotels

  • Boutique and independent properties

  • Extended-stay hotels

  • Limited-service hospitality assets

  • Resort and destination properties (select markets)

Loan Programs Available in Texas

  • Bank and regional lender hotel financing

  • Debt fund and bridge loans

  • CMBS / conduit loans

  • SBA 7(a) and 504 loans for owner-operators

  • Ground-up construction financing

  • Repositioning and renovation capital

General Texas Hotel Loan Guidelines

  • Loan amounts typically from $2MM to $100MM+

  • Up to 65–75% LTV for stabilized assets

  • Up to 75–80% LTC for development (sponsor dependent)

  • 5, 7, and 10-year fixed-rate options

  • Floating-rate bridge structures available

  • Interest-only periods for qualifying transactions

  • Minimum DSCR typically 1.25x–1.40x

  • Strong flag, brand, and management experience preferred

Office & Retail Property Financing

Texas office and retail financing solutions for stabilized, value-add, and owner-occupied commercial properties across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and growing secondary markets.

Lone Star Financing structures capital for neighborhood retail centers, medical office buildings, corporate office assets, and mixed-use properties throughout Texas. We align each transaction with current lender appetite, tenant stability, and market fundamentals.

Eligible Property Types

  • Multi-tenant retail centers

  • Strip centers and neighborhood shopping centers

  • Single-tenant net lease (NNN) properties

  • Medical office buildings

  • Professional office and suburban office

  • Mixed-use assets with retail or office components

  • Owner-occupied retail and office properties

Loan Programs Available in Texas

  • Bank and credit union commercial mortgages

  • CMBS / conduit financing

  • Debt fund and bridge loans

  • SBA 7(a) and 504 for owner-occupied properties

  • Value-add repositioning loans

  • Portfolio and cross-collateralized structures

General Texas Office & Retail Loan Guidelines

  • Loan amounts typically from $1MM to $50MM+

  • Up to 65–75% LTV for stabilized assets

  • Higher leverage possible for strong tenants or NNN leases

  • 5, 7, and 10-year fixed-rate options

  • Floating-rate bridge financing available

  • Amortization typically 20–30 years

  • Minimum DSCR generally 1.20x–1.35x

  • Strong tenant mix and lease term remaining preferred

Ground-Up Construction Financing

Texas commercial construction financing for developers and sponsors building multifamily, industrial, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use projects across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and high-growth secondary markets.

Lone Star Financing structures construction capital solutions aligned with project feasibility, sponsor experience, and Texas market demand. From entitlement through stabilization, we coordinate financing that supports disciplined execution and long-term investment performance.

Eligible Project Types

  • Multifamily apartment developments

  • Industrial and distribution facilities

  • Retail centers and mixed-use projects

  • Hotel and hospitality developments

  • Medical and professional office buildings

  • Build-to-rent communities

  • Owner-occupied commercial construction

Loan Programs Available in Texas

  • Bank construction loans

  • Debt fund construction financing

  • Bridge-to-perm structures

  • SBA construction-to-permanent loans

  • Mezzanine and preferred equity (select transactions)

  • Interest-only construction facilities

General Texas Construction Loan Guidelines

  • Loan amounts typically from $2MM to $75MM+

  • Up to 70–80% Loan-to-Cost (LTC), depending on sponsor strength

  • Sponsor equity contribution typically 20–30%+

  • Interest-only during construction term

  • 12–36 month construction periods (project dependent)

  • Recourse typically required (limited exceptions)

  • Strong pre-leasing or pre-sales improve leverage

SBA 7(a) & 504 Commercial Loan Programs

Texas SBA financing for owner-occupied commercial real estate and business expansion across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and growing Texas markets.

Lone Star Financing structures SBA 7(a) and 504 loan solutions for business owners purchasing, refinancing, or constructing commercial properties they occupy. These government-backed programs provide long-term, competitive financing with lower down payment requirements than conventional commercial loans.

Eligible Uses

  • Purchase of owner-occupied office, retail, or industrial property

  • Ground-up construction for business facilities

  • Business acquisition with real estate component

  • Refinancing existing commercial real estate debt

  • Equipment financing in conjunction with real estate

  • Tenant improvements and expansion capital

Owner occupancy typically must be 51%+ for existing buildings and 60%+ for new construction.

SBA 7(a) Loan Highlights

  • Loan amounts up to $5MM

  • Up to 85–90% financing (structure dependent)

  • Fully amortizing terms up to 25 years for real estate

  • Fixed or variable rate options

  • May include working capital or business acquisition components

SBA 504 Loan Highlights

  • Loan amounts commonly up to $10MM+ (project dependent)

  • Typical structure: 50% bank / 40% SBA / 10% borrower equity

  • Fixed-rate SBA second lien

  • 20–25 year amortization

  • Lower down payment compared to conventional loans

General Texas SBA Loan Guidelines

  • Strong operating history preferred (2+ years typical)

  • Demonstrated cash flow to support debt service

  • Personal guarantee required

  • Good credit history and tax compliance

Multifamily Financing (5+ Units)

Texas multifamily financing for apartment investors, operators, and developers across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Lone Star Financing structures competitive capital for stabilized and value-add apartment communities statewide.

Eligible Property Types

  • Conventional apartment communities (5+ units)

  • Garden-style and mid-rise properties

  • Value-add and light rehab projects

  • Mixed-use (majority residential)

  • Build-to-rent communities

  • Select student housing markets

Our Loan Programs

  • Agency financing (Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac)

  • Bank and credit union loans

  • Bridge and debt fund financing

  • CMBS / conduit loans

  • Bridge-to-perm and supplemental structures

Multifamily Loan Guidelines

  • $1MM to $50MM+ loan amounts

  • Up to 75–80% LTV (stabilized)

  • Up to 80–85% LTC (value-add bridge)

  • 5, 7, or 10-year fixed-rate options

  • Interest-only periods available

  • Non-recourse available (qualifying deals)

  • 25–30 year amortization

  • Minimum DSCR typically 1.20x–1.30x

Industrial & Warehouse Financing

Texas industrial and warehouse financing for distribution centers, flex space, logistics facilities, and owner-occupied industrial properties.

With continued population growth, Texas remains one of the strongest industrial real estate markets in the country. Lone Star Financing structures competitive debt solutions for investors, developers, and business owners seeking capital for stabilized, value-add, or development industrial assets.

Eligible Property Types

  • Distribution and logistics facilities

  • Light industrial and flex space

  • Warehouse and bulk storage facilities

  • Manufacturing facilities

  • Cold storage and specialty industrial

  • Industrial outdoor storage (IOS)

  • Owner-occupied industrial properties

Loan Programs Available in Texas

  • Bank and credit union industrial loans

  • CMBS / conduit financing

  • Debt fund and bridge financing

  • Construction and development financing

  • SBA 7(a) and 504 for owner-occupied industrial

  • Portfolio and cross-collateralized structures

General Texas Industrial Loan Guidelines

  • Loan amounts typically from $1MM to $75MM+

  • Up to 70–80% LTV for stabilized assets

  • Up to 80–85% LTC for development (depending on sponsor strength)

  • 5, 7, and 10-year fixed-rate structures

  • Floating-rate bridge options available

  • Interest-only periods for qualifying transactions

  • Amortization typically 20–30 years

  • Minimum DSCR generally 1.20x–1.35x

Hotel & Hospitality Financing

Texas hotel and hospitality financing for flagged and independent properties across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and key tourism and business corridors.

From select-service acquisitions to full-service repositioning and new construction developments, Lone Star Financing structures capital solutions aligned with occupancy performance, brand affiliation, and market demand across Texas.

Eligible Property Types

  • Flagged select-service hotels (Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, etc.)

  • Full-service and convention hotels

  • Boutique and independent properties

  • Extended-stay hotels

  • Limited-service hospitality assets

  • Resort and destination properties (select markets)

Loan Programs Available in Texas

  • Bank and regional lender hotel financing

  • Debt fund and bridge loans

  • CMBS / conduit loans

  • SBA 7(a) and 504 loans for owner-operators

  • Ground-up construction financing

  • Repositioning and renovation capital

General Texas Hotel Loan Guidelines

  • Loan amounts typically from $2MM to $100MM+

  • Up to 65–75% LTV for stabilized assets

  • Up to 75–80% LTC for development (sponsor dependent)

  • 5, 7, and 10-year fixed-rate options

  • Floating-rate bridge structures available

  • Interest-only periods for qualifying transactions

  • Minimum DSCR typically 1.25x–1.40x

  • Strong flag, brand, and management experience preferred

Office & Retail Property Financing

Texas office and retail financing solutions for stabilized, value-add, and owner-occupied commercial properties across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and growing secondary markets.

Lone Star Financing structures capital for neighborhood retail centers, medical office buildings, corporate office assets, and mixed-use properties throughout Texas. We align each transaction with current lender appetite, tenant stability, and market fundamentals.

Eligible Property Types

  • Multi-tenant retail centers

  • Strip centers and neighborhood shopping centers

  • Single-tenant net lease (NNN) properties

  • Medical office buildings

  • Professional office and suburban office

  • Mixed-use assets with retail or office components

  • Owner-occupied retail and office properties

Loan Programs Available in Texas

  • Bank and credit union commercial mortgages

  • CMBS / conduit financing

  • Debt fund and bridge loans

  • SBA 7(a) and 504 for owner-occupied properties

  • Value-add repositioning loans

  • Portfolio and cross-collateralized structures

General Texas Office & Retail Loan Guidelines

  • Loan amounts typically from $1MM to $50MM+

  • Up to 65–75% LTV for stabilized assets

  • Higher leverage possible for strong tenants or NNN leases

  • 5, 7, and 10-year fixed-rate options

  • Floating-rate bridge financing available

  • Amortization typically 20–30 years

  • Minimum DSCR generally 1.20x–1.35x

  • Strong tenant mix and lease term remaining preferred

Ground-Up Construction Financing

Texas commercial construction financing for developers and sponsors building multifamily, industrial, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use projects across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and high-growth secondary markets.

Lone Star Financing structures construction capital solutions aligned with project feasibility, sponsor experience, and Texas market demand. From entitlement through stabilization, we coordinate financing that supports disciplined execution and long-term investment performance.

Eligible Project Types

  • Multifamily apartment developments

  • Industrial and distribution facilities

  • Retail centers and mixed-use projects

  • Hotel and hospitality developments

  • Medical and professional office buildings

  • Build-to-rent communities

  • Owner-occupied commercial construction

Loan Programs Available in Texas

  • Bank construction loans

  • Debt fund construction financing

  • Bridge-to-perm structures

  • SBA construction-to-permanent loans

  • Mezzanine and preferred equity (select transactions)

  • Interest-only construction facilities

General Texas Construction Loan Guidelines

  • Loan amounts typically from $2MM to $75MM+

  • Up to 70–80% Loan-to-Cost (LTC), depending on sponsor strength

  • Sponsor equity contribution typically 20–30%+

  • Interest-only during construction term

  • 12–36 month construction periods (project dependent)

  • Recourse typically required (limited exceptions)

  • Strong pre-leasing or pre-sales improve leverage

SBA 7(a) & 504 Commercial Loan Programs

Texas SBA financing for owner-occupied commercial real estate and business expansion across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and growing Texas markets.

Lone Star Financing structures SBA 7(a) and 504 loan solutions for business owners purchasing, refinancing, or constructing commercial properties they occupy. These government-backed programs provide long-term, competitive financing with lower down payment requirements than conventional commercial loans.

Eligible Uses

  • Purchase of owner-occupied office, retail, or industrial property

  • Ground-up construction for business facilities

  • Business acquisition with real estate component

  • Refinancing existing commercial real estate debt

  • Equipment financing in conjunction with real estate

  • Tenant improvements and expansion capital

Owner occupancy typically must be 51%+ for existing buildings and 60%+ for new construction.

SBA 7(a) Loan Highlights

  • Loan amounts up to $5MM

  • Up to 85–90% financing (structure dependent)

  • Fully amortizing terms up to 25 years for real estate

  • Fixed or variable rate options

  • May include working capital or business acquisition components

SBA 504 Loan Highlights

  • Loan amounts commonly up to $10MM+ (project dependent)

  • Typical structure: 50% bank / 40% SBA / 10% borrower equity

  • Fixed-rate SBA second lien

  • 20–25 year amortization

  • Lower down payment compared to conventional loans

General Texas SBA Loan Guidelines

  • Strong operating history preferred (2+ years typical)

  • Demonstrated cash flow to support debt service

  • Personal guarantee required

  • Good credit history and tax compliance

Why Texas Investors Choose Lone Star Financing

Lone Star Financing is an independent Texas commercial mortgage broker representing real estate investors and business owners. We combine broad lender access, competitive pricing, and disciplined deal structuring to deliver capital aligned with your strategy — guiding each transaction from underwriting to closing with efficient execution.

 
Commercial Financing Solutions
Flexible capital solutions designed to support your investment and business goals across Texas.

Multifamily, Retail/Office, Industrial & Mixed-Use

Construction, Bridge & Value-Add Financing

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Texas commercial lending team providing commercial real estate and business financing solutions statewide

One-stop commercial lending access: Strategic capital for Texas commercial real estate acquisitions, refinances, and development projects from $500K to $50M+. Access hundreds of lenders and thousands of programs—backed by a specialized commercial lending team committed to structuring and closing complex transactions.

Texas Commercial Finance Team
Kittrick Taylor, Commercial Loan Officer at Lone Star Financing

Kittrick Taylor

Vice President
Commercial Lending

Chris Lederer, Commercial Production Manager at Lone Star Financing

Chris Lederer

Production Manager
NMLS #2004549

Randy Meeks, Vice President of Commercial Lending at Lone Star Financing

Randy Meeks

Sr. Vice President
Commercial Lending

Brett Dempsey, Commercial Loan Officer at Lone Star Financing

Brett Dempsey

Branch Manager
NMLS #2014728

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Commercial Financing Solutions Across Texas

Strategic Commercial Real Estate Financing in Texas 

Lone Star Financing is a trusted commercial lender in Texas that provides a wide range of commercial real estate loan solutions designed to help businesses purchase, refinance, or construct commercial properties. Our loans feature competitive rates and flexible terms, making them ideal for acquiring office buildings, retail centers, or other income-generating properties across Texas.

  • Competitive Fixed or Variable Rates – Financing options tailored to your business goals

  • Flexible Terms & Repayment Schedules – Structured to fit your cash flow

  • Local Decision-Making – Faster approvals with personalized service

  • Versatile Loan Uses – Ideal for purchases, refinancing, or new construction

  • Expert Guidance – Work with experienced commercial lending professionals every step of the way

What Type of Properties Can I Finance?

Lone Star Financing provides commercial real estate financing across a wide range of property types throughout Texas. From retail centers and multifamily properties to industrial, mixed-use, and specialty assets, our team structures competitive capital solutions designed to support acquisition, refinance, construction, and value-add investment strategies.

Retail

  • Factory Outlet
  • Mall Regional
  • Mall Super Regional
  • Neighborhood Center
  • Grocery
  • Power Center
  • Retail Shadow Anchored
  • Retail Single Tenant
  • Unanchored Retail Strip

Multifamily

  • Apartment Building CO-OP
  • Apartment Building Condo
  • Apartment Building Garden
  • Apartment Building Mid-High
  • Rise Apartment Building Townhomes
  • Mixed Use Senior House / 55+ Community
  • Special Use Military
  • Special Use Student

Hotel

  • Flagged / Unflagged Conversion
  • Flagged / Unflagged Full Service
  • Flagged / Unflagged Limited Service
  • Flagged / Unflagged Suite / Extended Stay

Healthcare

  • Assisted Living Facility
  • Hospital
  • Inpatient Facility
  • Outpatient Facility
  • Skilled Nursing (Memory Care)

Industrial

  • Flex Space / R&D
  • Manufacturing Heavy Industrial
  • Manufacturing Light Industrial
  • Warehouse Bulk District
  • Warehouse Cold District

Office

  • CMD Central Business District
  • Medical Office
  • Mixed Use (Office / Retail)
  • Office Single Tenant
  • Suburban Garden Office
  • Suburban High Rise

Special Use

  • Auto Body / Service & Repair
  • Auto Dealership
  • Bars / Nightclubs
  • Bowling Alley
  • Business Expansion
  • C-Store
  • Campground
  • Car Wash
  • Daycare Facility
  • Development (experience required)
  • Franchise Restaurant
  • Non-Franchise Restaurant
  • Funeral Home
  • Gas Station
  • Golf Course
  • Ground Up Construction (experience required)
  • Marina
  • Marijuana (in some states)
  • Movie Theater
  • Renovation / Rehab (experience required)
  • Single Family Home Portfolio
  • Self Storage
  • Short-Term Rental (STR) / AirBnB
  • Mobile Home Parks
Typical Loan Terms & Structures for Texas Commercial Properties

Guidelines for a Commercial Real Estate Loans

Loan terms vary, but most commercial loans offer terms ranging from 5 to 25 years with amortization schedules up to 30 years. Interest rates may be fixed or variable, and repayment structures are typically monthly. We offer flexible options to match your business needs.v

Commercial Loan Qualification Requirements in Texas

Qualifications for a commercial real estate loan in Texas?

Qualifying for a commercial loan in Texas depends on several factors, including your business financials, credit history, property type, loan-to-value (LTV) ratio, and cash flow projections. Give us a call and visit with one of our commercial experts and we will take a look at your credit profile and help evaluate your qualifications.  Our team will guide you through the process so that you can better understand the requirements specific to your commercial lending needs.
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