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Max Haynes, Director of Private Lending, ALPEN (Alpen Mortgage)
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AB 2116 Wasn't Written for Bridge Lenders. Here's Why They Should Still Pay Attention

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Average Market Rates - October 2026

Bridge

10.32%

+6 bp

Fix & Flip

10.16%

+7 bp

Ground-Up Construction

9.70%

-3 bp

DSCR

7.70%

+44 bp

Consumer Mortgage

7.33%

+47 bp

10-Year Treasury

5.14%

+15 bp

Source: Lightning Docs

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