What’s the Difference Between a Ground-up Construction Loan and a Bridge Loan?

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In the world of real estate investing, there are many ways to obtain the financing you need to meet your financial goals. Both ground-up construction loans and bridge loans are popular with investors looking to build their portfolios quickly. With a ground-up construction loan, borrowers get money to build the ideal building, while a bridge loan allows a borrower to buy a new property before they’ve sold an existing one. Let’s look at the differences between these two types of financing so you know which one will work for you.

When Should I Not Get a Bridge Loan?

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A bridge loan can be a way to get short-term funding to pay down a new property without waiting for conventional financing approval. Since they are short-term loans for only a few years, the interest rates are usually much higher. Some lenders may even require collateral. While this can be a good idea in some cases, it may be better to pursue another method of financing. Our Titan Funding team invites you to learn more about these loans. We will provide a brief overview of when one can be a good idea and conclude with situations with better choices than a bridge loan.

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