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Bridge Financing for Land Purchase Before Your Construction-to-Permanent Loan
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Bridge Financing for Land Purchase Before Your Construction-to-Permanent Loan

September 2, 2025 by Matt Harlan 12 min read

Secure your dream lot with bridge financing for land purchase. Buy time to finalize your construction-to-permanent loan without losing the perfect property. …

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Land Loans vs. Construction Loans: Sequencing, Refinancing, and Total Cost
Financing & Loans

Land Loans vs. Construction Loans: Sequencing, Refinancing, and Total Cost

September 2, 2025 by Matt Harlan 23 min read

Learn the key differences between land loans and construction loans, including sequencing, refinancing options, and total costs to finance your custom home b…

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Loan-to-Cost vs. Loan-to-Value: The Ratios That Decide Your Construction Approval
Financing & Loans

Loan-to-Cost vs. Loan-to-Value: The Ratios That Decide Your Construction Approval

September 2, 2025 by Matt Harlan 21 min read

Understand Loan-to-Cost (LTC) and Loan-to-Value (LTV) ratios to secure construction financing. Learn how lenders calculate these caps and maximize your loan …

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Builder’s Risk, Course of Construction, and Wrap Policies: Insurance Your Lender Will Demand
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Builder’s Risk, Course of Construction, and Wrap Policies: Insurance Your Lender Will Demand

September 2, 2025 by Matt Harlan 24 min read

Learn why lenders require builder’s risk, course of construction, and wrap-up liability insurance for construction loans. Protect your project and secure fin…

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Rate-Lock Strategies for Long Builds: Float-Downs, Extensions, and Permanent Buydowns
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Rate-Lock Strategies for Long Builds: Float-Downs, Extensions, and Permanent Buydowns

September 2, 2025 by Matt Harlan 16 min read

Protect your budget on long builds with rate-lock strategies. Learn how float-downs, extensions, and permanent buydowns manage mortgage rate risk during cons…

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New-Construction Appraisals: How They Work—and How to Avoid a Low Value
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New-Construction Appraisals: How They Work—and How to Avoid a Low Value

September 2, 2025 by Matt Harlan 21 min read

Learn how new-construction appraisals work and get expert tips to avoid low valuations. Essential guide for builders, buyers, and real estate agents.

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Self-Employed or 1099? Getting Approved for a Construction Loan When Your Income Is “Messy”
Financing & Loans

Self-Employed or 1099? Getting Approved for a Construction Loan When Your Income Is “Messy”

September 2, 2025 by Matt Harlan 26 min read

Self-employed or 1099? Learn how to get approved for a construction loan with irregular income. Expert tips for contractors, freelancers, and small business …

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How to Use State HFA Down Payment Assistance with Construction Loans (Without Breaking Rules)
Financing & Loans

How to Use State HFA Down Payment Assistance with Construction Loans (Without Breaking Rules)

September 2, 2025 by Matt Harlan 24 min read

Learn how to combine state HFA down payment assistance with construction loans legally. Avoid costly mistakes and maximize your homebuilding budget with expe…

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USDA New-Construction Loans: How Rural Borrowers Can Build with Little or No Down
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USDA New-Construction Loans: How Rural Borrowers Can Build with Little or No Down

September 2, 2025 by Matt Harlan 25 min read

Learn how USDA new-construction loans help rural borrowers build homes with zero down payment. Step-by-step guide with timelines, requirements, and common pi…

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Va Construction-To-Permanent Loans: Zero-Down New-Build Financing for Veterans
Financing & Loans

Va Construction-To-Permanent Loans: Zero-Down New-Build Financing for Veterans

September 2, 2025 by Matt Harlan 26 min read

Discover VA construction-to-permanent loans: zero-down financing for veterans to build, remodel, or buy land. Learn eligibility, costs, and how to navigate t…

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