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What happens at closing?
For the most part a construction loan closing is very similar to a non-construction loan closing. If you are closing the loan at the...
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I have my own business, is that a problem?
No. It has no impact on the loan itself. It will impact how much income documentation may be needed. Because lenders are required to...
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If I pay cash for the property, can I pull equity funds back out?
For timing purposes, occasionally people will purchase a property with cash that they will be tearing down and rebuilding or remodeling....
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Is the interest rate fixed during construction?
Yes. The rate is locked in prior to closing and fixed during the construction period. A typical construction period is 12-18 months....
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Should I put down a lower down payment?
You may want to consider putting down a lesser amount for your down payment thus maximizing the loan amount you are able to obtain based...