Finance the Building Your Business Calls Home
Conventional commercial mortgage for businesses occupying 51%+ of the property. Competitive rates, flexible 5–25 year terms, direct-to-lender approval.
$500K–$15M
Loan range
51%+
Owner occupancy
5–25 yrs
Loan terms
40 States
Nationwide
Overview
What Is an Owner-Occupied CRE Loan?
An owner-occupied commercial real estate loan is designed for businesses that occupy at least 51% of the property they're financing. This includes office buildings, retail storefronts, medical practices, manufacturing facilities, and professional service firms that own their workspace.
Unlike investment CRE loans that are underwritten primarily on rental income, owner-occupied financing considers both the business's financial strength and the property's value. This often results in better rates and more favorable terms because the lender views an owner-occupant as lower risk.
At Lumen Mortgage, we underwrite owner-occupied CRE loans directly — no routing through credit committees or waiting weeks for answers. You'll receive a preliminary term sheet within 24–48 hours of a complete submission, with competitive fixed and adjustable rate options from 5 to 25 years.
Who This Is For
Key Features
What Makes This Program Work
51%+ Owner Occupancy
Designed for businesses that occupy the majority of the property. Mixed-use structures with owner-occupied commercial space also qualify.
Competitive Fixed Rates
Owner-occupied CRE typically receives the most favorable commercial mortgage rates, often tracking the 5- or 10-year Treasury yield.
5–25 Year Terms
Choose from a range of fixed-rate and adjustable-rate terms with amortization periods of 20–30 years to match your business plan.
Up to 80% LTV
Higher loan-to-value ratios than pure investment CRE, reducing the equity required to purchase your business's building.
LLC & Entity Vesting
Finance through your LLC, S-corp, C-corp, or trust — standard practice for commercial real estate ownership.
24-Hour Term Sheets
We issue preliminary term sheets within 24–48 hours. No credit committees, no weeks of silence.
Underwriting Tool
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Loan Details
Loan-to-Value
57.1%
Equity
$1,500,000
Interest-Only
This property's NOI provides strong debt service coverage. Expect favorable pricing, terms, and LTV flexibility.
Cap Rate
7.25%
Debt Yield
12.70%
Monthly Cash Flow
+$8,517
Annual
+$102,204
| Year | Principal | Interest | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,355 | $129,342 | $1,977,645 |
| 2 | $23,852 | $127,845 | $1,953,794 |
| 3 | $25,449 | $126,247 | $1,928,345 |
| 4 | $27,153 | $124,543 | $1,901,191 |
| 5 | $28,972 | $122,724 | $1,872,220 |
| 6 | $30,912 | $120,784 | $1,841,307 |
| 7 | $32,982 | $118,714 | $1,808,325 |
| 8 | $35,191 | $116,505 | $1,773,134 |
| 9 | $37,548 | $114,148 | $1,735,585 |
| 10 | $40,063 | $111,633 | $1,695,523 |
| 11 | $42,746 | $108,950 | $1,652,777 |
| 12 | $45,609 | $106,088 | $1,607,168 |
| 13 | $48,663 | $103,033 | $1,558,505 |
| 14 | $51,922 | $99,774 | $1,506,582 |
| 15 | $55,400 | $96,297 | $1,451,183 |
| 16 | $59,110 | $92,587 | $1,392,073 |
| 17 | $63,069 | $88,628 | $1,329,005 |
| 18 | $67,292 | $84,404 | $1,261,712 |
| 19 | $71,799 | $79,897 | $1,189,913 |
| 20 | $76,608 | $75,089 | $1,113,306 |
| 21 | $81,738 | $69,958 | $1,031,568 |
| 22 | $87,212 | $64,484 | $944,355 |
| 23 | $93,053 | $58,643 | $851,302 |
| 24 | $99,285 | $52,411 | $752,017 |
| 25 | $105,934 | $45,762 | $646,083 |
| 26 | $113,029 | $38,668 | $533,054 |
| 27 | $120,599 | $31,098 | $412,456 |
| 28 | $128,675 | $23,021 | $283,781 |
| 29 | $137,293 | $14,403 | $146,488 |
| 30 | $146,488 | $5,209 | Paid off |
| Total | $2,000,000 | $2,550,890 | paid off |
For illustrative purposes only — not a loan commitment or term sheet. Commercial underwriting varies by property type, market, and borrower profile. Contact a Lumen Mortgage commercial specialist for a formal analysis. NMLS #1498678.
Requirements
Owner-Occupied CRE Qualification Guidelines
Note: Guidelines vary by property type, market, and deal structure. Contact our commercial team to discuss your specific deal — we issue preliminary term sheets within 24–48 hours at no cost.
Ready to Move Forward?
Term sheets within 24–48 hours
Our commercial mortgage specialists will review your deal and issue a preliminary term sheet outlining rate, LTV, term, amortization, and key conditions — at no cost and no obligation.
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