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PMI vs. MIP on Construction-to-Permanent Loans: What You’ll Pay and How to Reduce It
Financing & Loans

PMI vs. MIP on Construction-to-Permanent Loans: What You’ll Pay and How to Reduce It

September 2, 2025 by Matt Harlan 23 min read

Learn how PMI vs. MIP on construction-to-permanent loans affects your costs. Get strategies to reduce mortgage insurance with real examples and avoid common …

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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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Using Home Equity to Fund Your New Build: Risks and Rewards
Financing & Loans

Using Home Equity to Fund Your New Build: Risks and Rewards

August 16, 2025 by Matt Harlan 15 min read

Learn how to use home equity to fund your new build. Explore HELOCs, home equity loans, and cash-out refinancing to save money and reduce stress during const…

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What Happens If You Go Over Budget on a Construction Loan?
Financing & Loans

What Happens If You Go Over Budget on a Construction Loan?

August 13, 2025 by Matt Harlan 15 min read

Over budget on your construction loan? Learn lender rules, smart steps to get funds flowing again, and how to protect your project without derailing it.

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How Much Down Payment Do You Really Need for a Construction Loan?
Financing & Loans

How Much Down Payment Do You Really Need for a Construction Loan?

August 13, 2025 by Matt Harlan 11 min read

Learn how much down payment you really need for a construction loan. Understand lender logic, land equity, and step-by-step examples to budget confidently.

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