Empire Investments Ground Up Construction Loans
Explore financing solutions tailored for building 2-4 unit residential investment properties from the ground up.
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Empire Investments offers Ground Up Construction Loans designed for investors looking to develop 2-4 unit non-owner occupied properties. This loan product provides quick, efficient financing to cover construction costs before transitioning into a long-term loan.
Details
- Approval based on ground up construction experience, cash for closing + 6 months reserves, credit, and income.
- Minimum requirement of 2 verifiably completed ground up projects within the last 12 months.
- Option to purchase land in advance or as part of the transaction.
- Experienced 1-4 family builders may qualify for a refund of up to 75% of the land purchase price.
- FICO score requirement ≥ 680.
- Loan term options: 12 or 18 months.
- 100% financing of construction costs.
- Up to 70% financing of purchase price.
- No Loan-to-Cost (LTC) cap.
- Liquidity requirements: cash for closing + 3-6 months reserves based on experience, credit, and income.
Overview :
Ground Up Construction Loans – No LTC Cap
Best For: Investors interested in land intended for ground-up building of 2-4 unit non-owner occupied properties seeking non-bank financing solutions.
Expand your real estate investment opportunities with 2-4 unit residential investment properties. Rehab Financial Group, the leader in rental and investment property lending, offers fast closings and practical underwriting. Our Ground Up Construction Loan provides a quick, smart, and effective alternative for financing construction costs before transitioning to a long-term loan.
Program Details:
Approval Criteria:
- Based on ground-up construction experience, cash for closing + 6 months reserves, credit, and income.
- Requires at least 2 verifiably completed ground-up projects within the last 12 months.
Land Purchase:
- Land may be purchased in advance or as part of the transaction.
- Experienced 1-4 family builders may qualify for a refund of the land purchase price (up to 75%).
Information:
- Closing Times: Typically 10-14 business days.
- Call for rate/program with FICO < 680.
- Loan Size: $75,000 – $1,500,000.
- Finance 100% of construction costs, 70% of purchase, up to 70% ACV (As Completed Value).
- For investors interested in land intended for ground-up building of 2-4 units.
- Your choice on the level of transaction involvement.
- Interest as drawn for construction > $100,000.
- Liquidity Requirements: Must have cash for closing + 3-6 months reserves based on experience, credit, and income.
- Experienced 1-4 family builders may qualify for a refund of the land purchase price (up to 70%).
- A 15% reserve of the rehab budget must be available. Contact us for details.
Additional Information :
- Accelerated Closing: Typical closing times of 10-14 business days.
- Flexibility in Financing: Finance up to 70% of the As Completed Value (ACV).
- Competitive Rates: Contact us for rate details if FICO score is below 680.
- Investor-Friendly: Designed for investors interested in developing 2-4 unit residential properties.
- Customizable Transactions: Choose your level of involvement in the transaction process.
- Interest Savings: Interest only on funds drawn for construction exceeding $100,000.
- Rehab Budget Support: Maintain a 15% reserve on the rehab budget, ensuring smooth project financing.
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