Construction Loans have a few requirements that differ from Conventional, FHA, and VA loans.
- Typically, only allow the home building to be completed by a licensed and approved builder
- Loan may be due to be paid in full or refinanced at end of construction phase
- Need to meet credit requirements
There are other loan requirements depending on circumstance, please reach out to a loan officer for specific loan questions.
1. Borrower Information
- ☐ Completed loan application form
- ☐ Government-issued ID (passport, driver’s license)
- ☐ Personal credit report (if not pulled by lender)
- ☐ Proof of income (e.g., payslips or tax returns for past 2 years)
- ☐ Personal bank statements (past 3–6 months)
- ☐ Net worth statement / list of assets & liabilities
2. Entity (if using a company or trust)
- ☐ Business registration documents
- ☐ Corporate financial statements (past 2 years)
- ☐ List of shareholders/directors with ID copies
- ☐ Company bank statements (past 3–6 months)
- ☐ Board resolution approving loan (if required)
- ☐ UBO (ultimate beneficial owner) declaration
3. Project Documentation
- ☐ Proof of land ownership (title deed, land purchase agreement)
- ☐ Land valuation report (if already owned)
- ☐ Full architectural drawings and blueprints
- ☐ Planning and zoning approvals
- ☐ Building permit (or submission proof)
- ☐ Environmental approvals (if applicable)
- ☐ Construction schedule (Gantt chart or milestones)
- ☐ Detailed construction cost breakdown (bill of quantities)
4. Contractor and Builder Documents
- ☐ Executed construction contract (fixed-price or cost-plus)
- ☐ Contractor’s license and registration
- ☐ Contractor’s insurance and bonding (if required)
- ☐ Contractor’s track record / past projects list
- ☐ Project manager or site supervisor resume (if any)
5. Financial Structure
- ☐ Project cost summary (land + construction + soft costs + contingency)
- ☐ Equity proof (e.g., proof of available cash, land equity value)
- ☐ Requested loan amount and terms
- ☐ Proof of income (e.g., payslips or tax returns for past 2 years)
- ☐ Source of funds for equity portion
- ☐ Interest reserve calculation (if applicable)
- ☐ Exit strategy (refinance, sale, long-term hold)
6. Supporting Documents for Lender
- ☐ Appraisal of “as-completed” value (usually ordered by lender)
- ☐ Draw schedule aligned with construction phases
- ☐ Construction risk insurance (builder’s risk policy)
- ☐ Evidence of contingency reserve (typically 5%–10%)
- ☐ Title insurance or legal due diligence report
- ☐ Legal opinion (if required by lender)
7. Post-Approval / Pre-Draw Requirements
- ☐ Loan agreement executed
- ☐ Mortgage deed or debenture signed
- ☐ Personal credit report (if not pulled by lender)
- ☐ Escrow account or trust account setup
- ☐ First draw request documents
- ☐ Site readiness confirmation
- ☐ Inspection report (baseline)