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Jordan Barr

Jordan leads the hotel acquisition, refinancing and PIP program for Bridge. He sits between owners and the banks underwriting them, which is where he sees most deals gain or lose time.

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52 articles

  1. Motel loans: The 2026 Guide for Hotel Owners

    Motel loans in 2026 run 9%-9.75% for SBA 7(a) and 8%-11% for bridge debt, sized by LTV, LTC, DSCR, and debt yield across six loan types.

  2. The 2025–2027 Hotel CMBS Maturity Wall: Refinance, Extend, Sell, or Workout

    The hotel CMBS maturity wall is peaking through 2027. See the proceeds math, four paths (refinance, extend, sell, workout), and a 12-month countdown to maturity.

  3. How to Get a Loan to Buy a Hotel: The First-Time Buyer’s SBA Scorecard

    How to get a loan to buy a hotel as a first-time buyer: a 12-point SBA scorecard, the operating partner rule, top lenders, and timeline. Score yourself in 10 minutes.

  4. How to Finance a Hotel Renovation: 5-Tier Triage by Deal Size and Brand Mandate

    Hotel renovation financing sorted into 5 tiers by deal size, with named lenders, structures, and brand-mandate PIP factors. Match your scope to the right capital.

  5. How to Buy a Hilton, Marriott, IHG, or Choice Franchise: Brand-Specific Financing (2026)

    A brand-by-brand handbook for how to buy a hotel franchise: Hilton, Marriott, IHG, and Choice fees, brand-specific financing programs, and the lenders that fit each flag.

  6. Hotel Loan Documents: The Data Room Checklist by Capital Type

    Build a hotel financing data room before you apply. Get the universal hotel loan checklist plus what SBA, CMBS, conventional, debt fund, and bridge loans add.

  7. Hotel Financing in 2026: Loans, Lenders, Rates and How to Qualify

    Hotel financing covers SBA, bank, CMBS, bridge and C-PACE loans for hotels. See 2026 rates, LTV/DSCR rules, and how to qualify or get declined.

  8. Hotel FFE Financing 2026: Brand-Approved Procurement vs. Independent Lenders

    Compare hotel FF&E financing paths: brand procurement channels (Hilton Supply Management, IHG) vs. independent FF&E lenders, side by side for 2026.

  9. Hotel CRE Quarterly: Q2 2026 Debt Yields and Lender Appetite

    Hotel debt yields, CMBS spreads, lender appetite, and deal flow for Q2 2026, sourced from Trepp, CRED iQ, STR, MSCI RCA, and Bridge term-sheet data.

  10. Hotel Construction-to-Perm Financing: Surviving the NOI Valley on a $22M Reposition

    Surviving the NOI valley on a $22M Cambria conversion: the valley modeled month by month, a 4-phase cap stack, and 5 risks that kill repositioning deals.

  11. Hotel Construction-to-Perm 2026: Senior + C-PACE vs. Senior + Mezz

    Compare two 2026 hotel construction financing structures: senior plus C-PACE vs. senior plus mezz. See blended cost, when each wins, and how to choose.

  12. Hotel Capital Stack Guide 2026: SBA 7(a), CMBS, Bridge and Mezzanine

    Compare SBA 7(a), CMBS, bridge, and mezzanine hotel financing for 2026 acquisitions and refinances. Rate ranges, decision bullets, and capital stack guidance.

  13. Hotel C-PACE Lenders 2026: 6 Active Originators Compared

    Compare six active hotel C-PACE lenders in 2026: deal sizes, intercreditor track record, retroactive lookback, and which originator fits your project.

  14. Don’t Leave Proceeds on the Table: 4 Hotel NOI Adjustments Lenders Look For

    Stop leaving loan proceeds on the table. Master the 4 hotel NOI adjustments lenders look for FF&E, management fees, and more to maximize your DSCR sizing.

  15. 2026 Hotel Loan Underwriting Benchmarks: What Each Capital Type Requires

    Compare 2026 hotel underwriting benchmarks across eight capital types: hotel SBA loan requirements, CMBS, debt yield, DSCR, reserves, and sponsor rules.

  16. 12 Hotel Term Sheet Gotchas That Cost Owners Money

    Compare hotel loan terms by scoring the 12 term-sheet clauses that cost owners money, from recourse carve-outs to debt yield covenants and the exit fee.

  17. 100% Hotel Financing Is a Myth: What You Can Actually Get to (5–10% Down)

    No legitimate $0-down hotel loan exists in 2026. See how a seller carry-back gets you to 5–10% cash down, with three worked SBA scenarios and real numbers.

  18. Top 7 Hotel PIP Financing Options for 2026

    Compare 7 hotel PIP financing options ranked by cost: SBA 504, CMBS, C-PACE, FF&E loans, bridge loans, with 2026 rates, terms, and per-room cost benchmarks.

  19. 7 Best SBA Lenders for Hotels and CPG Brands (2026)

    Ranked: 7 best SBA lenders for hotels and CPG brands in 2026. Compare Live Oak, Newtek, Huntington, and Celtic Bank by FY 2025 volume, rates, and specialty.

  20. What Is a DSCR Loan? Hotel Owner’s Guide to Coverage 2026

    Learn what a DSCR loan is and how hotel DSCR differs from residential, covering thresholds, NOI calculation, debt yield, stress testing, and tools.

  21. 10 Questions to Ask Hotel Lenders Before Signing

    Ask these 10 questions before signing any hotel loan in 2026, covering debt yield, DSCR, prepayment terms, recourse, reserves, and closing timelines.

  22. Top 7 Hotel Acquisition Financing Options Ranked for 2026

    Compare the top 7 hotel acquisition financing options for 2026, including SBA, CMBS, bank, bridge, and C-PACE, with rates, down payments, and deal sizes.

  23. Best Financing Options for Choice Hotels Owners 2026

    Compare SBA, CMBS, C-PACE, and bridge loan options for Choice Hotels franchisees. Apply once through Bridge and get competing offers from 100+ lenders.

  24. Hotel Construction Loans in 2026: Requirements, Lenders, Rates and the Draw Process

    Hotel construction loans fund ground-up builds via draws tied to completion, typically 55-70% loan-to-cost at 6.25%-8.75% floating rates in 2026.

  25. Top Lenders for Hotel Renovation Loans in 2026

    Compare the best hotel renovation loan lenders in 2026, ranked by SBA 504, C-PACE, FF&E, bridge, and bank categories to match financing to your project scope.

  26. 5 Reasons Hotel Deals Fail in Underwriting (2026)

    Hotel deals die in underwriting when DSCR, pro formas, PIP reserves, insurance, or sponsor profiles miss lender standards. Here’s how to fix each one.

  27. Best CMBS Lenders for Hotel Deals 2026: Top Conduits Ranked

    Top CMBS conduit lenders ranked for hotel deals in 2026. Covers requirements, rates, debt yield thresholds, and how to get pricing 25–50 bps tighter.

  28. Best SBA Hotel Lenders 2026 Ranked

    6 best SBA hotel lenders ranked for 2026, comparing Live Oak, Celtic Bank, Peoples Bank, TMC Financing, and Byline Bank by volume, rates, and hotel expertise.

  29. Hotel DSCR Guide 2026: Calculation, Requirements and Loans

    Learn how hotel DSCR works in 2026: why hotels need 1.40x+ ratios, how to calculate NOI with FF&E and management fees, and DSCR by loan type.

  30. C-PACE vs Conventional Hotel Loans for Renovations and PIPs in 2026

    Compare C-PACE vs conventional loans for hotel financing in 2026. Side-by-side rates, terms, eligible uses, stacking strategies, and when to use each.

  31. How to Write a Hotel Offering Memorandum: 2026 Guide

    Learn the 8 essential sections of a hotel offering memorandum that lenders require, common OM mistakes to avoid, and how to build one in 10 minutes.

  32. Hotel DSCR Requirements 2026: A Complete Guide for Owners

    Hotel DSCR requirements range from 1.35x to 1.50x in 2026. Learn how to calculate, stress-test, and strengthen your hotel’s DSCR before applying for financing.

  33. How to Finance a Hotel Renovation: 8-Step Guide 2026

    How to finance a hotel renovation in 8 steps — build a post-PIP pro forma, compare lenders, close, and manage draws. 2026 guide for hotel owners from Bridge.

  34. Best Hotel Acquisition Lenders 2026 | Ranked by Use Case

    Compare the best hotel acquisition lenders for 2026. SBA, CMBS, debt funds, life companies, and banks ranked by rates, LTV, DSCR, and ideal deal size.

  35. How Hotel Bridge Loans Work in 2026

    How hotel bridge loans work in 2026 — rates 8 to 14.5%, 6 to 36 month terms, interest-only structures, and exit strategies into permanent debt. Full guide.

  36. Wyndham Hotel Owner Financing Options in 2026

    Compare every financing option for Wyndham franchise hotel owners in 2026, from SBA and CMBS loans to BOLD program funding. Get multiple term sheets in 48 hours.

  37. Independent Hotel Acquisition Financing Options 2026

    Independent hotel acquisition financing — every option for non-flagged buyers in 2026. Lender types, leverage, rates, and how to compete with branded deals.

  38. Hilton Hotel Financing Options for Owners

    Hilton hotel financing options — every loan type for Hampton Inn, Hilton Garden Inn, and other Hilton brand owners. One application, multiple lenders.

  39. Hotel Loan Maturity 2026: Refinancing Options

    $48B in CMBS hotel loans mature in 2025 to 2026. Compare refinancing options before your maturity wall — current rates, lender appetite, and exit strategies.

  40. AAHOA Member Hotel Financing via AAHOALending.com

    AAHOA member hotel financing through AAHOALending.com — submit one application and compare term sheets from 70+ hospitality lenders. Powered by Bridge.

  41. 5 Hotel Financing Deals: How Smart Structuring Wins

    Five hotel financing case studies show how C-PACE, SBA 504, CMBS, and bridge loans close when structure, documentation, and lender alignment are right.

  42. How Hotel Owners Finance Renovations and Brand Upgrades

    Hotel renovation financing explained: SBA 7(a)/504, CMBS, C-PACE, mezzanine debt, and more. Learn which structure fits your PIP scope, timeline, and equity position.

  43. SMB Credit and Loan Fundamentals: Building Your Business Financing Foundation

    Lenders evaluate business credit score basics primarily through the owner’s personal credit history.

  44. Complete Guide: Hotel Construction and Acquisition Financing 2026

    Master hotel construction & acquisition financing in 2026. Compare SBA 504, CMBS & C-PACE options. Bridge offers expert, execution-focused solutions.

  45. Bridge and Kalibri Announce Strategic Partnership

    Proprietary Kalibri hotel market data will be made available through Bridge, providing owners and lenders with deeper visibility into market performance and market dynamics.

  46. Compare Hotel Loans: Hospitality Lender Rates in 2026

    Compare hotel loans & hospitality lender rates in 2026. Bridge simplifies access to capital by standardizing offers, uncovering hidden costs, and connecting you to 150+ specialized lenders.

  47. Hotel Loan Market Update November 2025: Rates Falling, Bank Loans and Construction Costs

    November 2025 hotel loan market update from Bridge: falling interest rates, competitive bank refinancing, rising construction costs, and what it means for hotel owners and developers.

  48. Why Sub-$20M Hotel Development Is Becoming the Smart Play for Independent Owners

    A practical guide for hotel entrepreneurs navigating today’s challenging capital markets.

  49. Bridge and Choice Hotels Announce Partnership

    Choice Hotels and Bridge team up to offer hoteliers fast, competitive financing, simplifying access to top lenders and loan options.

  50. Bridge Launches Ground-Up Construction Lending Program

    Bridge launches a ground-up construction lending program — up to $50M for franchised hotel projects. Closing the lending gap in the hospitality sector.

  51. Meet the Bridge CRE Team

    Meet the Bridge CRE team! Bringing together hospitality expertise, fintech-enabled capital markets, exclusive construction and bridge financing solutions.

  52. The Bridge built by Citi® Team and VerishopGroup Collaborate to Help Increase Access to Capital for Small and Medium Businesses

    By submitting one RFP on the Bridge built by Citi platform, VerishopGroup’s V—Community members can potentially increase their access to capital.