Construction loans are short-term loans that have extended payment. Unlike home loans and mortgages, loan providers for these loans provide the loan until the borrower reclaims the right to occupy the home. In other words, when the home is fully constructed and the borrower makes it either a second home or primary residence, the repayment schedule begins.

There are no rules to govern the terms and conditions of construction loans whether commercial or residential compared to mortgages that have standardized guidelines. The terms are varied and depend mainly on the specifications of the borrower, as well as the consideration that the lender gives to the borrower. An example of this is the varied interest that is derived based on the consent of the different parties such as the borrower, lender and contractor and on the stage of construction.

And lastly, construction loans can be repaid through repayments with small interest. These give borrowers more convenience than mortgages and home loans, since the monthly installment further reduces. However, for those who do not settle repayments soon after the completion of the home construction, a construction loan may be an expensive option.

We do conventional and private construction loans depending upon the borrowers’ needs. Construction loans may or may not be the best options for you, which is why you have to carefully look at features before you obtain one. And when choosing the best construction loan, you have to compare rates from different lenders. You have to find the one with lower rates, so it will be easier for you to manage repayments

Contact us to review your current financial position and your future expectation to suit the program that is best for you.