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Construction Loans

Your trusted expert in construction lending

 

Build with a General Contractor

You have a builder, the lot, and the plans! Now you need the construction loan to bring it all together.

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Single Close Loan

One set of closing costs; automatically converts to permanent financing

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Competitive Rates

Fixed and adjustable rates available

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Five Draw Schedule

Additional draws available (fee will apply)

Act as your own General Contractor

You have the dream, the plan, and the ability. Now you need the construction loan to bring it all together.

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Single Close Loan

One set of closing costs; automatically converts to permanent financing

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Competitive Rates

Fixed and adjustable rates available

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Six Draw Schedule

Additional draws available (fee will apply)

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Lot Equity

Equity can be used towards your down payment

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Acreage

Lots up to 25 acres are eligible

Apply for a Loan in 3 Easy Steps

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1

Contact a Loan Originator

Your Loan Originator will discuss your next steps and provide you with construction loan information

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2

Gather your Documents

Submit all of your construction project items and then apply for your loan

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Move to Loan Closing

Your Loan Originator and lending staff will guide you through the approval and closing process. Then the construction department will be available for the construction phase of your project

Bring Your Community Bank Wherever You Are

Do all your banking from the palm of your hand.

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    View balance information
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    Review detailed account activity
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    Transfer funds between your Accounts
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    Pay bills
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    Find an ATM or branch near you
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    Manage you card- lock and unlock your card
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    Set up and manage travel plans
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Frequently Asked Questions

Approximately 30 days. This timeline could potentially be shorter depending on the scenario and the response of the applicant when submitting required documents.

Construction loans are a bit more complex and usually take approximately 45 to 60 days.

Proof of credit worthiness and acceptable credit score, proof of stable income and assets, and down payment.

No prepayment penalties.

First Federal Savings of Lorain retains servicing on most loans originated, however that could be subject to change. We are your local community bank always here to provide service to you even after you loan closes and for the remaining term of your loan.

Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) is usually required for lower down payment scenarios to protect the bank in the event the borrower defaults on their loan.