Construction Loans
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Smart Construction Finance Designed Around Your Vision
What Is a Construction Loan?
A construction loan is a specialised funding option that supports the building or renovation of a property. Instead of receiving the full loan upfront, funds are released progressively as your project reaches key milestones. During the build, repayments are typically interest-only, helping ease financial pressure. Once construction is complete, the loan converts into a standard repayment structure. It’s a practical way to fund your project while maintaining better control over cash flow.
Why Choose Our Construction Finance Solutions?
Stage-Based Progress Payments
Better Cash Flow Management
Competitive Lending Access
Pay Interest Only on Drawn Funds
You’re only charged interest on money released to your builder, not the full loan amount upfront, helping reduce overall costs.
Added Borrower Protection
Flexible Finance for Different Projects
Our solutions support a wide range of property goals, including:
- New home builds
- Renovations and extensions
- Investment property developments
- Large-scale builds and staged projects
We also assist with related funding solutions such as development finance, property development loans, and subdivision finance across Melbourne, depending on your project requirements.
Eligibility & What You’ll Need
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Have a stable financial position and good credit history
- Contribute a minimum deposit (often around 20% of project cost)
- Provide income and asset verification
- Land ownership or registration documents
- Council-approved building plans
- Signed building contract with licensed builder
- Engineering and soil reports
- Quantity surveyor report
- Insurance and builder licensing details
- Detailed cost breakdown of the project
How the Construction Loan Process Works
1. Share Your Project Plans
We begin by understanding your build, renovation, or investment goals to identify the right structure for your finances.
2. Assess Your Borrowing Capacity
Your income, expenses, and financial position are reviewed to determine suitable lending limits and deposit requirements.
3. Compare and Secure a Lender
We compare multiple lending options across traditional banks and specialist providers, including private lending solutions where needed.
4. Settlement and Progress Drawdowns
Once approved, funds are released in stages directly aligned with construction milestones, ensuring smooth project flow.
5. Completion and Loan Transition
After final inspection and completion, your loan transitions into a standard repayment structure as agreed.
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