Construction Loans
Finance ground-up construction or major renovation projects
Commercial construction loans fund new development or major rehabilitation projects. Funds are disbursed in stages as construction progresses. Most are short-term (12-36 months) and convert to permanent financing upon completion.
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- • Ground-up development
- • Major renovations
- • Land + construction
- • Build-to-suit projects
✅ Advantages
- ✓ Interest only on drawn funds
- ✓ Funds disbursed as needed
- ✓ Can include land acquisition
- ✓ Construction-to-permanent options available
⚠️ Considerations
- • Requires detailed plans and budgets
- • Draw schedule inspections
- • Higher rates during construction
- • Completion risk on borrower
What are the requirements for Construction loans?
- ✓ Detailed construction plans and budget
- ✓ Licensed general contractor
- ✓ Building permits
- ✓ Development experience (strongly preferred)
- ✓ 20-35% equity
Who are the top Construction lenders?
14 lenders offer construction loans nationwide.
ConnectOne Bank
SBA VerifiedENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ
New Jersey-based commercial bank offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, construction lending, and business banking. Serves entrepreneurs and businesses in the New York-New Jersey metro area.
Bank of America
Charlotte, NC
One of the largest US banks. Commercial real estate lending, construction financing, and SBA loans through nationwide branch network.
Broadmark Realty Capital
Seattle, WA
Private real estate lender offering bridge, construction, and land loans. Now part of Ready Capital. Loans from $500K to $25M+.
CoreVest Finance
Irvine, CA
Rental portfolio and bridge lender for residential real estate investors. Build-to-rent and portfolio financing specialist. Redwood Trust subsidiary.
JPMorgan Chase
New York, NY
Major CMBS originator and commercial lender. Full range of CRE financing including conduit, agency, and balance sheet.
KeyBank Real Estate Capital
Cleveland, OH
Major bank CRE lender. Balance sheet, agency, and CMBS lending for multifamily, office, retail, and industrial properties.
Lima One Capital
Greenville, SC
Private lender for real estate investors. DSCR loans require 1.5+ ratio, min FICO 700. 5, 10, and 30-year options. Up to 75% LTV on purchases.
Merchants Capital
Indianapolis, IN
Bank-backed commercial lender active in 47 states. Over $6.8B in financing. Specializes in multifamily, affordable housing, and healthcare.
Frequently asked questions about construction loans
How do construction loan draws work? ▼
What is a construction-to-permanent loan? ▼
Guides & resources
Construction Loans Guide
Draw administration, contingency pressure, interest carry, and takeout risk for real construction deals.
GuideConstruction-to-Permanent Loan Guide
What changes when the exit is a hold, not a sale.
GuideSBA 504 Construction Loan Guide
How owner-occupied SBA construction differs from a plain bank construction loan.
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