Three decades of combined experience underwriting investment properties — and a small, tight-knit team you'll know by name.
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meet the experts
Founder & CEO
Craig Jennings
Craig Jennings has over 20 years of experience in the Memphis investment real estate market. He has an extensive knowledge of the market and long term trends, and has helped investors from all over the world profitably buy, renovate, and manage their real estate investment portfolios. He has been offering asset-backed investment funding for the past five years.
Chief Financial Officer
Andrea Valenzuela
Andrea has over 10 years of experience in private finance having previously served as COO of Bridge Capital. Andrea has an MA in Economics and has worked with business owners throughout the Midsouth region as a Management Consultant specializing in finance, accounting, and strategic planning.
Loan Officer
Robert Bell
Robert uses his extensive knowledge of the Memphis market to assess property value and assist in the loan underwriting process. Robert visits every property we fund, both before close and after. He works quickly to get your loan approved and is eager to discuss our process with prospective clients.
Loan Closer
Claire Davis
With a deep understanding of the loan closing process, Claire will help walk your loan through to the closing table. She reviews loan files before closing to ensure completeness and adherence to company policies, as well as works to identify and resolve any issues before closing. Communicates well with clients and collaborates with title companies to finalize the loan and signing process.
Accounting / Portfolio Manager
Kendy Murphy
Bringing extensive experience in the real estate title industry, Kendy specializes in investor relations and financial management. She directs all financial traffic associated with your loan. From managing payments to orchestrating payoffs and processing renovation draws, she is committed to delivering excellence at every turn.
Marketing Specialist
Ainsley Sowers
Ainsley brings experience in digital marketing, brand development, and social media strategy to the Avalon Capital team. With an MBA from Mississippi State University and a background in growing brand presence and engagement, she leads marketing initiatives, borrower education efforts, and digital campaigns that connect investors and borrowers with new opportunities.
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04 ━━━━━ LOAN TERMS
Competitive Private Lending Terms in Memphis
Avalon Capital offers straightforward, asset-based loan terms designed to help investors move quickly and maximize returns. Loan Terms Include:
Loan Term
6 months
Interest Rate
12% annually (paid at 1% monthly)
Origination Fee
5%
Extension
Additional 6 months at 18.75% annually (applies to months 7 to 12), no loan renewal fee.
Loan Type
Short-term private money loans
LOAN PURPOSE
Fix & flips, acquisitions, value-add properties
Hear From Our Satisfied Clients
I love working with Avalon! They strive to make the entire process easy and stress free! Claire is wonderful to work with, her communication is prompt and she is always willing to help in whatever way possible!
— Katie Land
I have been flipping homes since 1998. I began working with Avalon in early 2019, and have had nothing but great experiences with them. I'm currently at somewhere in the vicinity of 17 deals with Avalon so far in almost three years, with more planned soon. I've worked with a few other lenders over the years but none has come close to being as great to work with, as Avalon. Avalon is my go-to, and I highly recommend them above all other companies to every investor that I talk with!
— Van Preston
Avalon Capital has been great to work with.Very smooth process and no hoops or red tape to jump through. Avalon has helped me build my business and I highly recommend them!
— Thomas Johnson
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I have used Avalon Capital multiple times and the team is amazing! Highly recommend
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William Stevenson
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Smooth and quick.. that’s what investors are looking for.. thanks team Avalon
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Melanie Murphy
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Quick, professional, and friendly. I typically need to close in 7 - 10 business days and they always deliver.
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James Jones
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If you're looking for fast, reliable hard money in Shelby County, this is hands-down the company to go to. Time and time again, they deliver without fail — never a disappointment. Professional, consistent, and always on point. Highly recommend!
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Landkey LLC
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We had the pleasure of working with Robert and Claire, and they were both fantastic. From start to finish, the experience was seamless. They were professional, responsive, and kept us informed every step of the way.
It’s rare to find a lending partner that combines speed, transparency, and reliability but Avalon delivered on all fronts. I’d absolutely recommend them to any real estate investor looking for a smooth and dependable funding process.
Looking forward to working together again.
LandkeyLLC
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Hannah Kim
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The team at Avalon has been incredible to work with. They’re fast, professional, reliable, and maintain great communication throughout the entire process. Claire has been especially wonderful — she always answers my questions clearly and thoroughly, and ensures I fully understand every step. I can rest easy knowing I’m in good hands with Avalon. They stay on top of everything and make what could be a stressful process feel smooth and stress-free. I’m looking forward to working with them on future deals!
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Fast and Easy Approvals for Memphis Real Estate Investors
Our deep-rooted expertise in the Memphis real estate market allows us to quickly underwrite investment properties and make informed, timely private lending decisions for real estate investors.
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━━━━━ Experience
Real Estate Experts with Over 30 Years of Experience
Avalon Capital is more than a private lender, we are seasoned experts in real estate investment financing. With over three decades of combined experience, we have helped real estate investors from around the world achieve profitable outcomes in the Memphis real estate market and beyond.
30+
Years combined
24 HR
Typical Loan Approval
75%
ARV lending
Our Professional Commitment
At Avalon Capital, professionalism is not just a promise; it's the cornerstone of our service.
We bring our expertise into every transaction. When you work with us, you're not just partnering with a lender; you're aligning with a team of real estate experts dedicated to your success.
Discover the ins and outs of private lending so that you can make informed decisions for your real estate investments.
We request a soft pull credit check that does not affect your credit score.
No, our loans are strictly for investment properties. We cannot make a loan to someone who will live in the property.
Typically, no but we can consider them.
Yes, for well qualified builders/contractors.
Minimal fire damage may be acceptable.
Yes, you may purchase in the name of your LLC or your personal name.
Yes, funding requires closing through a closing attorney/ title company.
We will need a lender’s title policy as well as an owner’s title policy. Special homeowner’s insurance is required for the life of the loan to cover the full amount of the loan. This policy must cover- builder's risk and vacancy. Our company name must show on the policy as the Mortgagee.
