What Is a Construction Loan?
A construction loan is a short-term loan designed specifically to finance the building of a new home. Unlike a traditional mortgage, the funds are released in stages as the construction progresses.
This type of financing allows homeowners to:
- Pay for land preparation and construction costs
- Finance materials and labor
- Transition into a traditional mortgage after construction is completed
Construction loans are one of the most common ways to finance a build-on-your-lot home.