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Updated over 6 years ago,
Multi-Family construction financing question
Hi,
How would go about financing multi-family construction project (10x 1BR units) given the following starting conditions:
- I own a lot with an existing duplex standing on the lot
- Lot is mortgaged, remaining mortgage balance around $280K
- Market value of the lot with existing structure is around $0.9M-1M (based on comparable recent sales in the area)
- Estimated architectural fees, approved construction documents set cost: $80-100K
- Available cash reserves (savings): ~$200K
- Estimated new construction cost: $1.8M
- Estimated new property value after construction: $2.5-3M
- About me (first-time developer, 800 credit score, annual income before tax around $200K)
I am pretty sure that I have to pay off my existing mortgage ($280K) before being allowed any construction activities on the lot. Given the facts above, is it feasible for me to get a construction loan that will allow me to cover existing mortgage, architectural/MEP fee, construction cost minus my savings? I would appreciate any advice.
Thanks!