🏌️♂️ Behind the Scenes of a $2.8M Hard Money Win on a Luxury Summerlin Flip
Not all deals are created equal — this one was a big hit in every way. We recently closed a $2.8 million hard money loan on an ultra‑luxury property in Summerlin, Las Vegas — a home that’s currently listed at around $4.5 million and poised to be one of the most talked‑about flips of the year. The results were stunning and we can’t say enough about the design, finishes, and execution. The investor knows how to turnout a fabulous remodel. Check out the photos as words cannot do justice!
This stunning Summerlin estate sits in the exclusive Bellacere gated community, backing up to the TPC Las Vegas golf course with panoramic mountain and fairway views. At over 5,400 sq ft with 4 bedrooms + casita, resort‑style pool with grotto spa, slide, swim‑up bar, entertainer’s BBQ patio, and designer finishes throughout, this home screams west coast luxury. From soaring 16‑foot ceilings to a chef’s kitchen with dual dishwashers and custom cabinetry — this isn’t your average flip. It’s a trophy asset in one of the most desirable micro‑markets in Las Vegas.
Our investor came to us wanting to maximize leverage while keeping rehab flexibly financed — and that’s where a tailored hard money structure makes all the difference.
Here’s the breakdown:
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Loan Amount: $2,800,000 – 90% Loan to Cost
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Property Value (Current): ~$4,500,000
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Loan Purpose: Luxury Fix & flip purchase + renovation loan
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Term: 24 months – unlike many competitors we allow longer terms and extensions when needed
🛠️ What This Means for Investors
If there’s one thing this deal underscores, it’s:
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Smart leverage can unlock outsized returns in luxury segments. We are one of the top private lenders in Las Vegas for reason.
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Underwriting nuance is critical when property values are high but comps are thin it take a lender that understand the market to make this type of deal happen
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Cash flow timing matters — the ability to close quickly and confidently can help win in the luxury fix and flip market
Our team engineered a structure that balanced risk and runway, ensuring the borrower could complete renovations without surprises. This isn’t just a loan; it’s a strategic capital play — and it exemplifies how hard money can elevate well‑executed luxury flips in markets where many lenders often shy away.
📈 Clark County Real Estate: Q4 2025–Early 2026 Market Snapshot
Whether you’re flipping luxury estates in Summerlin or underwriting condos downtown, understanding Clark County trends is critical. Here’s the latest market intelligence.
🏠 Price Trends: Stability Amid Shifts
Clark County has experienced some headwinds, but also signs of resilience:
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The median home price in Clark County ended around ~$445K, showing slight year‑over‑year gains of about 1% early in 2026.
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Listings are staying on the market longer at 72 days — average days indicate a cooling pace of sales, but not a collapse.
📉 Sales Volume & Market Activity
2025 was a tough year for Clark County home sales, marking one of the largest annual declines in recent history:
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Home sales dropped significantly, with reports noting a ~10 % fall in total transactions compared with 2024 — the fewest since the mid‑2000s.
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Sales velocity slowed, and many buyers adopted a wait‑and‑see posture as mortgage rates stayed elevated relative to pandemic lows. Entering 2026, this may be poised to reverse as rates have began to trickle down and we are now at the lowest rates since 2023.
🏘️ Inventory & Buyer Dynamics
For investors and agents, inventory tells a fascinating story:
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There is more inventory floating around than in 2024 — but much of it is middle‑market and entry‑level properties that struggled to sell in 2025.
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Condos and townhomes saw notable price pressure, especially toward year‑end 2025, with median prices dipping year‑over‑year.
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Despite slower sales volume, some neighborhoods still show resilience, especially in higher‑end or resort‑style areas.
📊 What Investors Need to Know Now
Affordability remains a core theme. Persistent mortgage rates around 6‑7 % have kept some buyers sidelined, while others move cautiously, waiting for potential rate relief. Nationally, mortgage lock‑in effects are easing slightly as older low‑rate borrowers age out or sell, but it’s a slow shift.
Clark County’s rental market also plays into investor strategy. With rents remaining strong — often high relative to national averages — long‑term buy‑and‑hold still makes sense in many segments.
And while the headline numbers point to flat or slightly down pricing in some pockets, luxury and resort markets — especially well‑positioned communities like Summerlin, Henderson, and The Ridges — show continued demand from affluent buyers.
🧠 Bottom Line for Investors & Lenders
The Clark County market isn’t crashing — it’s normalizing. Prices are stabilizing, sales volume tightened, and buyers are picking spots more selectively. That means smart capital deployment beats blind underwriting, especially in niches like luxury flips. If you’re looking to find a strategic lending partner in Clark County, especially one that understands luxury and value‑add segments, then now is the time to contact Lantzman Lending.
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