Quote from @Brian Rocha:
I'm looking to secure a HML for a fix n flip in Florida and for now and am only looking to secure for the purchase price only and handle the rehab costs myself. One of the side benefits is that I can avoid the whole draw/inspection process (not overall inspection, just the ones tied to the draws) and don't have to worry about draw fees. I imagine the whole process is simpler but can anyone tell me how different it is when you don't borrow the rehab costs? I'm guessing they want some sort of updates during the rehab.
As others have said, you will get lent more money usually with rehab involved than on a straight acquisition loan. With that being said, if you have a rehab loan but never take a draw, it could be a way to get a happy medium. Usually draw fees are very minimal though and if you plan them right, it can be a great way to replenish your cash or pay down debt from rehab. Happy to be a resource if we can.
cheers!