Low Down Payment Construction Loans
FHA Construction Loan Solutions
Hurst Lending is pleased to offer FHA construction loans with a one-time close. You can get a construction loan with just a 3.5% down payment through this program. Home buyers can now build their dream home without fear of not qualifying for financing due to a lack of a down payment or a poor credit history.
Low Down Payment
Down payment of 3.5% instead of up to 30%.
One Loan
A single loan for land, construction, and mortgage.
Close Once
There is no danger of becoming unqualified during construction.
No Payments
There will be no payments due while the building is being constructed.
FHA Loans for First-Time Homebuyers: Pros and Cons
As an experienced FHA Construction Lender, we understand the unique challenges and needs of homebuyers who want to build a home with a FHA construction loan. We can provide you with the information and guidance you need to determine if a FHA Construction loan is the right choice for you.
In addition to FHA construction loans, we also offer VA construction loans, which are specifically designed for military veterans. These loans offer the added benefit of zero down payment, allowing veterans to build their dream home with no money down.
We are committed to providing you with the best possible financing options to meet your specific needs and help you achieve your dream of building our dream home with a low down-payment. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you secure FHA financing you need for your new home construction project.
PROS of FHA Contruction Loans
- One-Time Close: Homebuyers can combine land, construction, and a mortgage into a low-interest FHA Construction Loan. You’ll just close once and pay nothing during construction. FHA construction loans eliminate the risk of losing your permanent mortgage qualification during construction.
- Low Downpayment: FHA Construction Loans have the same 3.5% down payment as FHA home loans. FHA loans are a great option for customers who don’t have the traditional 20%+ down payment required for conventional construction loans. FHA loans also allow family members to gift the 3.5% down payment to first-time purchasers.
- Credit Score Requirements: FHA housing and construction loan applicants can qualify with credit ratings as low as 640.
CONS of FHA Construction Loans
- PMI Needed: FHA loans require mortgage insurance. This requires an upfront FHA funding fee and monthly mortgage insurance payments for the duration of your FHA loan (unlike a normal mortgage, where you can cease paying mortgage insurance when you reach 20% equity). Rolling the upfront payment into the loan costs 1.75% of the loan amount. If you have 20% equity in your house, you can convert from an FHA loan to a conventional loan to eliminate your mortgage insurance payments. Depending on conventional mortgage rates, this may benefit you. No PMI loan option is excellent if you want to avoid mortgage insurance or pay more down.
- FHA Loan Limits: FHA housing and construction loans have limits. FHA loan limits vary by county, even neighborhood, where homebuyers apply. Year-to-year FHA loan restrictions vary. Contact us to learn how much you can borrow with an FHA home or construction loan. We offer low-down-payment jumbo loans for FHA loan limits.
The Hurst Lending Difference
Funding Choices
Low downpayment options available.
Quick Decisions
With a quick closing and no red tape.
Great Rates
We offer some of the best rates available.
Problem Solving
Creative approaches for unique situations
Competitive Rates
Our FHA construction loan rates are competitive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I roll in the land loan into the construction loan?
What is the difference between a 1x close and 2x close construction loan?
Can I buy the land with the construction loan?
What is the credit score requirements for a construction loan?
Can I choose any builder?
Can I build my own house?
What is the down payment requirement for a construction loan?
What type of home can be built with a FHA construction loan?
Our Construction Loan Offerings
We streamline the loan process and offer you the lowest downpayment.
FHA CONSTRUCTION LOAN
With this program you can obtain a construction loan with just a 3.5% down payment.
CONSTRUCTION LOAN
We are one-time closing construction loan experts with just 10% to 15% down.
VA CONSTRUCTION LOAN
With this program you can obtain a VA construction loan with zero down payment.
About Hurst Lending
Hurst Lending has been helping Texans buy, sell, and refinance their homes since 2006. Our team specializes in solving common roadblocks — like buying before selling, winning bidding wars, or getting financing for homes that need a little work.
We offer unique short-term lending solutions like Domination Loans™ alongside a full suite of loan products: conventional, VA, FHA, cash-out, investor loans, and construction financing.
Whether you're a first-time buyer, an experienced investor, or somewhere in between, we’re here to make financing faster, simpler, and tailored to you.
