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Ground-Up Construction Financing โ€” Build It, Fund It, Sell It

Up to 90% loan-to-cost for residential new construction. Interest-only payments during the build, milestone-based draws, and a clear path to a DSCR refinance or sale at completion.

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New Construction Financing
Ground-Up Construction
$150Kโ€“$10M
Loan Range
Up to 90%
LTC
12โ€“24 mo
Build Term

Finance the Land, the Build, and the Exit โ€” In One Loan

New construction loans cover the full cost of ground-up residential development โ€” from land acquisition through vertical construction. Interest-only payments keep your carrying costs manageable while you build, and draws are released in stages as milestones are hit.

At completion, you have two exits: sell the finished property and repay the loan, or refinance into a long-term DSCR loan and hold it as a rental. We can coordinate both paths.

  • $150,000โ€“$10,000,000+ per project
  • Up to 90% of total project costs (land + construction)
  • 12โ€“24 month interest-only build terms
  • 4โ€“6 draw stages tied to construction milestones
  • Land equity counts toward your down payment
  • Refinance into DSCR loan at completion (hold option)
  • 1โ€“4 unit residential: single-family, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes

New Construction Quick Reference

Loan Range$150Kโ€“$10M+
Max LTCUp to 90%
Term12โ€“24 Months
Payments During BuildInterest-Only
Draw Stages4โ€“6 Milestone Draws
Closing Speed2โ€“4 Weeks

New Construction Financing Is the Right Move When...

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You're Building to Sell

You've secured land, finalized plans, and have permits in hand. You need a lender who can close fast and fund draws as the build progresses โ€” without bank delays slowing your contractor.

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You're Building to Hold

Building a rental property from the ground up often produces better economics than buying one. We finance the build and can transition you directly into a 30-year DSCR loan at completion.

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You Own Land With Equity

If you already own the land, that equity counts toward your down payment โ€” which can dramatically reduce the cash you need to bring to close on the construction loan.

How We Fund Your Construction Project

From approved plans to first draw in 2โ€“4 weeks.

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Submit Your Project

Share the land details, construction budget, building plans, permits, and your projected completed value (ARV). We evaluate the project economics โ€” not your personal income.

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Get Your Term Sheet

We match you to the right construction lender and deliver a term sheet with rate, LTC, draw schedule, and closing timeline. You'll know the full cost before you commit.

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Close, Build, and Exit

Close within 2โ€“4 weeks and receive your first draw. Subsequent draws are released as milestones are inspected and approved. At completion, sell or refinance into a DSCR loan.

Why Builders Choose Our Construction Financing

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Interest-Only During Build

Pay interest only on drawn funds during construction. Your monthly cost stays minimal while the project is underway โ€” you're not paying on undrawn funds sitting in reserve.

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Up to 90% LTC

Finance up to 90% of the total project cost โ€” land plus construction. If you own the land, that equity reduces the cash you need to bring to closing.

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Built-In DSCR Exit

At completion, we can transition you directly into a 30-year DSCR loan โ€” allowing you to hold the property as a rental without needing to refinance through a bank.

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Fast Close, Milestone Draws

Close in 2โ€“4 weeks. Draws are released at each construction milestone after inspection โ€” keeping your contractor funded and the project on schedule.

CONSTRUCTION LOAN CALCULATOR

Estimate your monthly interest cost and required equity based on your project budget.

Construction Loan Calculator

Interest-only on drawn loan amount (90% LTC). Principal repaid at sale or DSCR refi.

Total Project Cost $500,000
Interest Rate 10%
Build Term 12 Months
Monthly Interest $0
Loan Amount (90% LTC) $0
Required Equity (10%) $0
Total Interest Cost $0
See Rates I Qualify For

Who Qualifies?

Baseline requirements across our construction lender network.

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Credit Score
600+
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Experience
Prior Construction Preferred
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Documentation
Budget, Plans & Permits Required
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Equity / Down Payment
10โ€“25% of Project Cost

Land equity counts toward your down payment. If you already own the land, you may need little to no additional cash at closing.

Strongest profiles: 680+ credit, 3+ completed projects, owned land, and a general contractor already under contract.

New Construction Loan Questions

How do construction draws work?

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Draws are released in 4โ€“6 stages tied to construction milestones โ€” typically foundation, framing, rough-in (plumbing/electrical), drywall, finishes, and certificate of occupancy. After each milestone, an inspector confirms completion and the next draw is released. You only pay interest on the funds that have been drawn, not the full loan balance.

Do I need to own the land already?

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No โ€” the construction loan can include land acquisition. However, if you already own the land, that equity is counted as part of your down payment, which can significantly reduce the cash you need to bring to closing. Land ownership is a strong positive in the underwriting process.

What happens when construction is complete?

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You have two options: sell the completed property and repay the construction loan from the proceeds, or refinance into a long-term DSCR loan to hold the property as a rental. We can coordinate the DSCR refinance before construction is even complete so there's no gap in financing at the finish line.

Do I need a licensed general contractor?

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Most lenders require a licensed, insured general contractor. Owner-builder arrangements are possible in some cases but are less common and may require additional experience documentation. Having a proven GC under contract before application strengthens your file significantly.

How much experience do I need?

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Prior construction or real estate investment experience is preferred but not always required. Lenders look at your credit profile, the strength of the project, the contractor's track record, and your equity contribution. First-time builders with strong credit and a seasoned GC can still qualify.

Ready to Break Ground?

Share your project details and we'll match you to the right construction lender โ€” fast close, milestone draws, and a built-in exit strategy.