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Flipping Fast: How a Chicago Investor Closed in Just 7 Days

By Ben Shrara, Loan Officer at Express Capital FinancingMarch 20, 20262 min read

Ben Shara | Loan Officer at Express Capital Financing

A two-unit multifamily property in Chicago, IL was at risk when an experienced fix-and-flip investor lost financing just days before closing. With deadlines tightening and capital on the line, Loan Officer Ben Shrara stepped in with a strategic and fast-moving solution—successfully structuring and closing the loan in just 7 days while preserving the investor’s profitability.

Every loan has a story behind the numbers.

In this section, The Elite Officer highlights real-world cases where Loan Officers turned complex challenges into successful closings. Each case shows how persistence, creativity, and financial strategy can make the difference between a stalled deal and a successful closing.

Property Type: 2-unit multifamily (Fix & Flip)

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Loan Amount: $509,900

Interest Rate: 11.5%

Loan-to-Value (LTV): 90%

About the author

Ben Shrara

Loan Officer at Express Capital Financing

Ben Shrara is a Loan Officer at Express Capital Financing, where he specializes in investment-purpose real estate lending. With a strong focus on creative loan structuring, Ben helps investors secure financing across multiple asset classes — from residential and multifamily to commercial properties — utilizing DSCR, bridge, and interest-only loan programs to meet each client's unique goals.