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Home Construction Loan Options, Building your dream home. 

A short-term home loan option, Gap Financing or Bridge Financing, allows borrowers to obtain the cash flow for expenses incurred after project authorization but before the traditional Mortgage.  With personalized support and competitive rates, we help you navigate the financing process from start to finish.

Home Construction

Home Construction Loan Financing

With Education First FCU’s Interim Construction Loan, you can confidently cover the cost of labor, materials, and more as you build from the ground up.

Benefits of an Interim Construction Loan with EFFCU: 

  • Competitive Rates
  • Enjoy a fee-free application process
  • Interim Construction financing up to 12 months
  • Choose permanent financing with flexible terms from 5 to 30 years
  • Approved builder list available upon request
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Construction Loan Rates

TERMS RATE
12 Months 6.750%
Interim Construction Loans - Builder 800 x 571

Home Builders

Partner with us, and build our members' dream homes!

  • Easy application process. 
  • Must have 2 years of certified experience.
  • Must be incorporated through an LLC or CoOp and a business license. 
  • Business member with Education First FCU. 
  • Download our Approved Builder Invitation Package for a complete list of details and requirements. 
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Our team of seasoned mortgage experts is here to provide the answers you need and guide you through your exciting new journey.

Construction Loan FAQs

A construction loan is a short-term financing option that allows borrowers to obtain the cash flow incurred after project authorization but prior to the mortgage. The traditional mortgage is the long-term, permanent loan option. The application process is similar to a mortgage. You can apply for a construction loan by clicking here.

All rates and terms are subject to change without notice. Loan rates are subject to credit approval and based on individual creditworthiness, amount financed, and loan term. Your Annual Percentage Rate (APR) will be determined by factors such as credit score, debt-to-income ratio (DTI), and other qualifications. View our construction loan rates here.

You can receive interim construction financing for up to 12 months and permanent financing for 5 - 30 years.

Construction loans are commonly used when a home-builder or individual wants to buy a lot or land and start building a home immediately. If you want to purchase the lot or land ahead of time and plan on building at a later date, a land loan would be the best option.

Construction loan financing, also known as Gap Financing or Bridge Financing, is used to fund the expenses of building a new construction home. If you are looking to do repairs or renovations to an existing home, a home improvement or home equity loan would be the best option. 

Construction Loans require a minimum 10% down payment.

A borrower will need a minimum of 680 credit score, two years of work history, 6 months of cash reserves for interim financing, and two years of tax returns. 

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