🏗️ What Is a Construction Loan and How Does It Work?
🏡 Construction Loan vs. Buying an Existing Home: Which Is Right for You?
Why build your dream home twice when you can do it all in one move?
If you’re thinking about building a home, you’ve probably heard that financing it can be tricky. Some lenders require you to qualify twice, close twice, and pay closing costs twice.
👉 A One-Time Close Construction Loan solves that — giving you a single loan, single approval, and single closing for the entire build and final mortgage.
Here’s how it works and why it’s one of the most stress-free ways to build a home from the ground up.
✅ What Is a One-Time Close Construction Loan?
A One-Time Close Construction Loan — sometimes called a construction-to-permanent loan — lets you:
- Finance the land (if needed)
- Fund the construction process (released in draws)
- Automatically convert to a long-term mortgage after the home is complete
All with:
- One application
- One set of closing costs
- One rate lock
- And no need to requalify
💡 It’s all done up front, so you don’t have to stress about rising rates or surprises during construction.
🔁 How It Works (Step-by-Step)
- Apply and get pre-approved with PRMI
- Select your lot, builder, and home design
- Submit plans, budget, builder docs
- Close on your construction loan — this is the only closing you’ll do
- Construction begins — builder receives funds in phased draws
- Once complete, your loan automatically converts into a standard mortgage
✅ You make interest-only payments during construction, then begin regular payments after move-in.
🔐 Top Benefits of a One-Time Close Loan
Benefit | Why It Matters |
---|---|
✅ One closing | Save on time, money, and paperwork |
✅ Fixed interest rate | Lock in early — no market risk later |
✅ No re-qualification | Even if credit or income changes during build |
✅ Streamlined process | Less duplication, faster results |
✅ Peace of mind | You’re fully covered from day one |
📘 This is ideal for buyers who want simplicity, predictability, and control.
💰 How It Saves You Money
With a two-time close:
- You pay two sets of closing costs
- You risk higher rates if the market shifts
- You must requalify after construction (which can be tough if income or credit changes)
With a one-time close:
- You pay once
- You lock your rate at the beginning
- You’re done — even if rates or rules change during the build
🧠 Who Should Consider One-Time Close?
One-time close loans are great for:
- First-time builders
- Buyers who want a fixed rate up front
- Families with tight budgets or timelines
- Anyone who values a streamlined, no-hassle experience
🏢 Why PRMI?
We help you:
- Understand your construction and mortgage options
- Work with experienced builders who meet OTC requirements
- Handle the entire process in-house — no hand-offs, no delays
- Move into your dream home without double the work
With PRMI, your construction loan is just one step toward your forever home.
👇 Want to Build Without the Hassle of Multiple Loans?
Let’s walk through the one-time close process and show you what’s possible — before you break ground.