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Construction Loans

Finance the ground-up construction of a new home or investment property with a draw-schedule loan that releases funds as each phase of construction is completed.

12–18
Typical Loan Term (Months)
Draw
Schedule Financing
620+
Min. Credit Score
$0
Broker Fees

How construction loans work

Unlike a traditional mortgage, a construction loan releases funds in stages — called "draws" — as each phase of construction is completed and inspected. You only pay interest on the funds drawn, not the full loan amount.

Once construction is complete, the loan either converts to a permanent mortgage (construction-to-permanent) or is paid off with a new permanent loan (construction-only).

Loan Term12–18 months (extensions available)
Minimum Credit Score620+
Down PaymentTypically 20–25%
InterestInterest-only on drawn funds during construction
Draw ScheduleFunds released at each construction milestone
Property TypesGround-up, additions, ADUs

Construction-to-permanent vs. two-close

Construction-to-Permanent (One-Close)

A single loan that covers construction and automatically converts to a permanent mortgage when complete. One set of closing costs.

  • One closing
  • Rate locked at start
  • Simpler process
  • Fewer fees overall

Two-Close Construction Loan

Separate construction and permanent loans. Allows you to shop for the best permanent rate when construction is complete.

  • Rate flexibility at end
  • Two sets of closing costs
  • More lender options
  • Better if rates may drop

Building from the ground up? Let's talk.

We'll walk you through your construction financing options and help you structure the deal correctly from day one.

Extensions available
One-close & two-close options
$0 broker fees
Licensed in DC, MD & VA

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$0 broker fees · NMLS ID 1038683 · DC · MD · VA