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Frequently Asked Questions
How do construction loan draws work for coastal Delaware projects?
Draws disburse loan funds incrementally as construction milestones are completed and verified. Typical milestones for coastal residential construction: foundation complete (including elevation certification for FEMA zone properties), rough framing with hurricane strapping complete, mechanical rough-in complete with inspections, exterior envelope complete with impact windows installed, interior finishes and punch list complete, final occupancy certificate issued. You submit a draw request when a milestone is reached, an inspector verifies completion, and funds wire within 24 to 48 hours. You pay interest only on disbursed funds — not on the full loan amount.
What percentage of coastal construction costs will hard money finance?
Seventy to 75 percent of total project costs — land plus construction — or 70 to 75 percent of as-completed value, whichever is lower. For projects where land is already owned free and clear, the construction cost financing ratio can be higher. Coastal compliance costs — FEMA elevation, impact windows, wind zone framing — are legitimate construction costs included in the budget and financed within the program. We don't penalize coastal construction for costing more per square foot than inland suburban construction.
What happens if coastal construction costs more than expected?
Cost overruns are the borrower's responsibility. For coastal Delaware construction, we require 10 to 15 percent contingency in project budgets because coastal compliance costs can surface during construction that weren't fully scoped at the outset. If overruns exceed contingency and the project remains viable — the as-completed value supports additional borrowing — we can discuss a loan increase. If overruns are severe and change the project's economic viability, we work collaboratively on solutions. Pre-construction due diligence and accurate budgeting with contractors who have coastal experience is the best protection.
Can owner-builders get construction loans for coastal Delaware projects?
Owner-builders are evaluated individually. Coastal Delaware construction involves FEMA compliance, wind zone requirements, and Sussex County coastal building code specifics that require genuine construction management experience. Owner-builders who can demonstrate relevant construction management background, confirmed relationships with licensed coastal Delaware trades, and understanding of coastal compliance requirements can qualify. Owner-builders without construction experience face significant qualification hurdles for coastal projects specifically — the regulatory complexity is high and the consequences of compliance errors are significant.
How long do I have to complete coastal construction under a hard money loan?
Twelve to 24 months depending on project scope. A single-family spec home in Dewey Beach with straightforward permits might be achievable in 12 months. Larger custom homes or commercial construction with complex permitting — especially DNREC coastal permits or DelDOT Route 1 Entrance permits — may need 18 to 24 months. Extensions are available when construction is delayed by factors outside the borrower's control, including permit processing backlogs at the county or municipality. We build extension provisions into our construction loan terms specifically because Delaware coastal regulatory timelines are genuinely unpredictable.
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Hard money loans for single-family homes, condos, and residential investment properties.
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