Spec Home Construction Loans
    Up to 90% LTC

    Spec Home Construction Loans

    High-leverage construction financing for single-family spec builders, up to 90% loan-to-cost.

    The Problem We Solve

    Banks have pulled back on speculative single-family construction in nearly every growth market, leaving experienced builders sitting on entitled lots with no path to vertical. Our spec home program is built for active builders putting up 2–50 homes a year who need capital that moves on their schedule, not a credit committee's.

    Who This Is Built For

    • Experienced spec builders with at least 3 completed homes in the last 24 months
    • Builders pulling lots from a developer in an active subdivision
    • GCs transitioning into spec building who already own one or two finished lots
    • Builders carrying multiple homes across phases who need a master facility

    Program Terms

    Loan-to-Cost
    Up to 90%
    Loan-to-Value (ARV)
    Up to 75%
    Loan Size
    $250K – $5M per home
    Term
    12 – 24 months, interest-only
    Recourse
    Recourse and non-recourse options
    Draws
    Inspection-based, typically 5–7 day funding

    How the Process Works

    1

    Submit the deal

    Lot under contract or owned, builder résumé, pro forma, plans, and budget.

    2

    Term sheet in 48 hours

    We size leverage against cost AND ARV, confirm recourse posture, and lock pricing.

    3

    Underwriting & appraisal

    Subject-to appraisal, plan review, budget walk, and builder background.

    4

    Close & first draw

    Close in 2–4 weeks. First draw funds at close or upon foundation, depending on land status.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Ninety percent loan-to-cost is the upper bound for experienced builders in liquid markets with strong as-completed values and tight budgets. Most builders land between 80% and 88% LTC depending on builder history, lot basis, and the ARV cushion. Newer builders or thin appraisals will price closer to 75–80% LTC.

    Discuss a Spec Home Construction Deal

    Submit your project. We'll respond within 24-48 hours with indicative structure and next steps.

    Start Your Funding Conversation

    We typically respond within 24-48 hours.

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