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Construction Lines of Credit

Construction Lines of Credit

For builders with a pipeline. Get approved once for a total exposure limit, then fund each new home or phase without starting over.

Exposure limit10×Up to, your liquidity
Loan-to-cost95%Up to, per project
Construction costs100%Financed, paid in draws
Draws24 hrsAs fast as, after inspection
Who it's for

Capital sized to your building business

Lenders underwrite you as a builder, set a limit based on your liquidity, track record and pipeline, then review each project inside that limit.

Production builders

Several homes under construction at the same time.

Spec builders

Repeat spec homes across one or more markets.

Phased projects

Subdivisions and communities built in phases.

Townhomes and 2–4 units

Attached product and small multi-unit buildings.

Land through vertical

All-in-one financing that covers land, development and construction.

Build-to-rent

Homes built to hold as rentals, with single or portfolio options.

Program terms

Construction line of credit terms

The best terms available across our lending partners. Your limit and leverage depend on your liquidity, track record and pipeline.

Exposure limit
Up to 10× your liquidity; large builders up to $350 million in annual exposure
Per project
$100,000 – $5,000,000+; several homes per loan in one jurisdiction
Loan-to-cost
Up to 95% per project
Construction
Up to 100% of construction costs, released in draws
Lot costs
Financed for experienced builders
Completed value
Up to 75% of the as-completed value
Payments
Interest only on drawn funds; interest reserves available
Term
13 to 24 months per project
Approval
Builder underwritten once; each project reviewed within your limit
Draws
Funded in as little as 24 hours; online draw requests
Experience
Ground-up experience on title, as a general contractor, or through rehab projects
Borrower
LLC or corporation with a personal guarantee; foreign nationals considered
How it works

One approval for your whole pipeline

Get your limit

The lender reviews your liquidity, track record and planned projects, then sets your total exposure limit.

Add each project

Submit lots, plans and budgets as projects come up. Each one is reviewed inside your approved limit.

Build, sell, repeat

Draw as you build. When a home sells, the payoff frees up room in your limit for the next start.

What you'll need

Documents checklist

  • Driver's license for each guarantor
  • LLC or corporate documents (articles, operating agreement, EIN letter)
  • Builder resume and list of completed projects
  • Schedule of real estate owned and current projects
  • Two months of bank statements showing liquidity
  • Planned pipeline: lots, budgets and timelines
  • For each project: plans, permits and line-item budget
  • Builder's risk insurance
Example

How an exposure limit works

Your limit is set as a multiple of your liquidity. Homes under construction count against it until they sell.

Exposure limit = up to 10 × liquidity
Liquidity $500,000 × 10$5,000,000 Four homes under construction$4,000,000 Room for new starts$1,000,000 One home sells and pays off$1,000,000 Room after the sale$2,000,000

Multiples and limits vary by lender, experience and market.

Common questions

Construction line of credit FAQ

How is my limit set?

Lenders look at your liquidity, completed projects and planned pipeline. Some size the limit at up to 10 times your liquidity; others set an annual exposure limit based on the size of your business.

Do I pay interest on the full limit?

No. You pay interest only on funds that have been drawn.

What experience do I need?

Ground-up experience is expected, either on title, as the general contractor, or through rehab projects. Builders with one project at a time should start with a new construction loan.

Can the line cover land too?

Yes, for experienced builders. All-in-one facilities can cover land acquisition, development and vertical construction. For lots alone, see construction lot loans.

Can I keep homes as rentals?

Yes. Build-to-rent programs cover single homes and portfolios, and finished homes can move into a rental loan.

Building more than one home this year?

Tell us about your pipeline. We'll find a builder line that keeps you moving.

Get Started

Terms shown are the best available across Capital Lending Group's lending partners as of October 2026 and change without notice. Not every borrower or project qualifies for every term. Exposure limits, leverage, draw timing and eligibility vary by lender, market, experience, liquidity, credit profile and state. Business-purpose financing on non-owner-occupied property only. All loans are subject to lender review and approval.