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Loan Type

CONSTRUCTION
LOANS

Build your custom Colorado home from the ground up. Finance land, construction costs, and permanent financing in one comprehensive loan.

KEY
BENEFITS

Construction loans provide financing to build your home from scratch. Choose your lot, design your floor plan, and create exactly the home you want in Colorado's beautiful landscapes.

Build Your Vision

Create a custom home designed exactly to your specifications. Choose every detail from floor plan to finishes.

One-Time Close Option

Construction-to-permanent loans close once and convert automatically to your permanent mortgage. Save on closing costs and hassle.

Interest-Only During Construction

Only pay interest on funds drawn during the build phase. Full principal and interest payments start when the home is complete.

Flexible Draw Schedule

Funds released in stages as construction milestones are completed. Builder is paid as work progresses.

Land Financing Included

Many construction loans include the lot purchase, allowing you to finance everything with one loan.

Lock Your Rate Early

Many programs allow rate locks during construction, protecting you from rate increases before completion.

REQUIREMENTS &
PROCESS

Construction loans have more requirements than standard mortgages because lenders must evaluate both you and your builder.

Down Payment

Typically 20-25% down required. Some programs offer 10-15% down with strong credit and builder relationships.

Credit Score

Generally 680+ required. Higher scores qualify for better rates and terms.

Licensed Contractor

Must use a licensed, insured general contractor. Builder must be approved by the lender with verified experience and financials.

Construction Plans

Detailed blueprints, specifications, and itemized budget required. Plans must be approved before closing.

Build Timeline

Most construction loans require completion within 12-18 months. Extensions may be available if needed.

Build From Scratch

Design Your
Dream Home

From blueprint to move-in day, construction loans finance every step of building your custom Colorado home. One loan, one closing, endless possibilities.

Design
Build
Move In

IS A CONSTRUCTION LOAN
RIGHT FOR YOU?

Custom Home Dreamers

Those who want to design and build their perfect home from scratch.

Land Owners

Those who already own land or have found the perfect lot for their custom build.

Mountain Builders

Building in Colorado's mountains where existing inventory is limited or doesn't meet needs.

Specific Needs

Those with specific requirements that existing homes can't meet.

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SPECIALTY
PROGRAMS

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