Resources
Knowledge Center
Empower yourself with the information you need to make confident financing decisions.
Fundamentals & Overview
Learn the fundamentals of construction loans and the approval process.
- The Ultimate Guide to Texas One-Time Close Construction Loans
- How to Build a Home with a Construction Loan
- Construction Loan vs. Traditional Mortgage: Key Differences
- Best Construction Loan Lenders in Texas: How to Choose the Right One-Time-Close Construction Lender
- What Is a Super Jumbo Loan? A Complete Guide for Texas Borrowers
Build Information
Understand what your lender needs from your builder.
- Do I Need Permits to Close on My Construction Loan?
- Starting Construction Work Early: What is Allowed?
- Can I Use Multiple Contractors on One Construction Loan for Pools, Shops, and Outbuildings?
Financing
Answers to questions about appraisals, land equity, and closing.
- Using Land Equity as Your Down Payment on a Texas Construction Loan
- Appraising a Home That Hasn't Been Built Yet
- Financing a Barndominium or Metal Home with a One-Time Close Loan
- Financing Large Renovations and Remodels with a One-Time Close Loan
- What is a Construction Contingency?
Draws
How funds are managed and paid out during the build.
- How Funds Are Disbursed to Your Builder
- How the Built Software Platform Manages Your Construction Draws
Mortgage Payments
What to expect regarding interest and payments.
- A Mortgage Recast: What Is It and How Does It Benefit a Construction Loan?
- Interest-Only Payments During Construction
- Calculating Interest During Construction