Refinance Your Commercial Real Estate Loan

Refinancing a commercial property can reduce borrowing costs, improve cash flow, or unlock trapped equity for new projects. AVANA Companies structures commercial real estate (CRE) refinances to match your business plan—whether you’re optimizing rate and payments, pursuing a cash-out refinance, or resetting terms ahead of maturity

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SBA 504 Loans
Built for Growth

Fixed-Rate, High LTV (Up to 90%), Long-Term CRE Loans for Owner-Occupied Properties

Backed by $5B+ in SBA lending expertise. Fast, transparent closings tailored for small businesses and brokers.

Is a Commercial Refinance Right for You?

A refinance may be appropriate if you are:
  • Looking to lower your interest rate or monthly payments on an existing CRE loan.
  • Seeking to access equity through a cash-out refinance, while keeping your property in service. 
  • Facing an upcoming loan maturity and needing to extend term or adjust amortization. 
  • Realigning your capital stack after a period of renovation, lease-up, or operational improvement.
If your business has evolved since your last financing, a thoughtfully structured refinance can better align debt service with today’s realities and tomorrow’s plans.
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Diversify portfolios
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Expand lending programs beyond their communities
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Mitigate concentration risk
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Improve Loan-to-share ratio

Commercial Refinance Rates & Terms

Rates and structures vary depending on loan type and borrower qualifications

Loan Sizes

From $1 million to $30 million, supporting a full range of commercial programs.

Terms

Short-term bridge structures up to 3 years and long-term options up to 25 years for qualifying programs.

Leverage

Up to 75% loan-to-value (LTV) in many conventional scenarios, and up to 90% total financing for certain SBA 504 structures.

Pricing

Market-indexed, typically tied to SOFR, CMT, or Treasury benchmarks, plus program-specific spreads.

Extension Flexibility

Select short-term programs offer annual renewal or extension options, subject to credit approval.

For Investors: Why Commercial Refinance Loans Matter

Refinance transactions can be attractive within AVANA Companies’ private-credit portfolios because they often involve properties with established operating histories.
  • Many refinances are backed by seasoned, income-producing properties with track records of occupancy and cash flow. 
  • Capital can support business expansion, modernization, and community reinvestment, such as upgrading hotels, expanding manufacturing capacity, or enhancing medical facilities.
  • Investors gain exposure to diversified sectors and geographies, while their capital supports entrepreneurs and SMEs taking the next step in their growth story.
This combination of real-asset backing and real-world impact aligns with AVANA’s focus on risk-aware, socially conscious private-credit investing.

Frequently asked questions

Find answers to common questions
Do you offer rate-and-term and cash-out refinances? How much cash-out is available?
Yes. We refinance existing CRE debt for improved terms and may consider cash-out for eligible business purposes (e.g., partner buyouts, property improvements), subject to LTV/DSCR/debt-yield and overall credit.  
What LTV/DSCR targets do you typically require—and what influences them?
Most refis are sized up to ~75% LTV for Conventional and Bridge loans, with a minimum DSCR around 1.25× and appropriate debt-yield. SBA 504-eligible properties can be as high as 90% LTV. Proceeds reflect stabilized NOI, market and comp strength, sponsor profile, and the use of any cash-out.  
Is there a seasoning or payment history requirement?
We review current balance and status, recent payment history, prepayment terms, cost basis/purchase date, and the motivation to refinance. Clean history and a clear rationale can help accelerate approval and sizing.  
How are refinance rates set (fixed vs. floating), and when can I lock?
Conventional and Bridge loans are typically floating and priced off benchmarks like CMT or SOFR. For SBA 504-eligible deals, the SBA debenture portion has a fixed interest rate while the 1st-lien is floating. Final pricing reflects market rates, risk, and structure.  
How long does a refinance take, and what do you need to get started?
Expect ~30–45 days, largely dependent on third-party reports and file completeness. To move quickly, provide property and loan details, ownership/guarantors, historicals/T-12, rent roll, debt schedule, and refinance specifics (motivation, current lender status, prepay terms, any cash-out use).

Ready to Refinance Your Commercial Property?

If you’re exploring ways to reduce costs, unlock equity, or stay ahead of a loan maturity, AVANA Companies can help you evaluate options and design a refinance strategy that supports your next phase of growth.

Our Team

About Sanat Patel

As Chief Lending Officer at AVANA Companies and Chair of the Board at AVANA Bank, Sanat Patel brings more than three decades of experience in financial services, private credit and commercial banking, with a proven track record in loan structuring, risk management, and balance sheet growth. Sanat has led strategic initiatives that connect institutional capital with entrepreneurial ambition, supporting the growth of businesses, and  owners engaged in commercial real estate across the U.S. He has built and scaled lending platforms in partnership with banks and credit unions, developing tailored financial solutions that drive job creation and foster inclusive economic development.

Sanat Patel
Chief Lending Officer

Our Team

About Christyna Lane

As a lending participation expert in Southern California, Christyna Lane manages the direct loan placements for AVANA CUSO, a Member of the AVANA Family of Companies, with lenders like credit unions, community banks and other financial institutions while establishing and maintaining relationships for the organization.  Joining the CUSO team in 2014, she works in connection with lenders nationwide to assist them in reaching their commercial lending goals and diversifying their portfolio.

Christyna Lane
Vice President Participations