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Frequently Asked Questions
What is ARV and how is it determined for Dewey Beach area properties?
ARV — after-repair value — is the estimated sale price of a property after all planned renovations are complete. For coastal Delaware properties, ARV is established using comparable sales of renovated properties in the specific sub-market: renovated beach-block cottages in Dewey Beach, renovated boardwalk-vicinity homes in Rehoboth Beach, renovated bay-front properties in Lewes. National AVMs and suburban comparables don't apply. We work with local appraisers who know these distinctions and use their analysis as the foundation for loan sizing.
How do renovation draws work for coastal Delaware fix-and-flip projects?
Renovation funds are held in escrow at closing and disbursed through milestone-based draws as work is completed and verified. Standard milestones for coastal renovation projects include demolition and framing complete, mechanical rough-in complete, exterior systems complete, interior finishes complete, and final punch list and CO. We schedule a third-party inspection at each milestone and wire the draw proceeds within 24 to 48 hours of inspector sign-off. You pay interest only on disbursed funds — not on the full renovation reserve while it sits in escrow.
What happens if coastal renovation costs exceed my budget?
We recommend 10 to 15 percent contingency in every coastal renovation budget — and in this market, that's not excessive given coastal-specific compliance costs that surface during renovation. If costs exceed the budget and contingency, the investor funds the overage from personal capital or we discuss a loan modification if the project economics remain strong and the ARV supports additional borrowing. The best protection is an accurate initial budget from a contractor with specific coastal Delaware renovation experience.
How long do I have to complete a coastal renovation and repay the loan?
Six to 12 months is our standard fix-and-flip term. Extensions are available when projects encounter genuine delays — permit processing backlogs at Sussex County, contractor scheduling issues, scope discovery during renovation. We discuss extensions proactively when we see a project approaching maturity and the renovation isn't complete. Interest-only payments keep carrying costs manageable during any extension period.
Do I need coastal construction experience to get a fix-and-flip loan in Dewey Beach?
Coastal construction experience — or a general contractor partner who has it — is very helpful for first projects in this market. FEMA elevation requirements, coastal building code specifications, and the elevated material standards for coastal exposure add complexity that inland renovation experience doesn't prepare investors for. We evaluate the contractor's coastal experience alongside the investor's investment experience. First-time coastal flippers may face slightly lower leverage and more detailed project review. Investors with prior coastal project track records access our full program parameters.
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