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Lot and Land Loans
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Apply for a lot or land loan and receive a free appraisal, now until July 31, 2024.³ With an easy, online application and one-on-one guidance, you’ll be home in no time!
Your dream home starts with the dream location
If you've found the ideal piece of land for your dream home, but you're not yet ready to break ground, Mountain America's lot loan is the solution for you. Our land-only financing is an easy and affordable way to purchase a residential lot or land suitable for construction of your new home.
Lot and land loan features
- Up to 80% financing on approved credit¹
- Fully amortizing fixed-rate and balloon options
- Limited refinancing options²
- Easy online application process
- Easy conversion to a construction loan
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Don't wait. Apply for your lot loan now by clicking the button below, or call 1-800-277-7703. If you still have questions, schedule an appointment with one of our mortgage specialists.
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What are lot loans?
Building your dream home begins with finding the right location. A lot loan is money given to a borrower to buy the land for a primary or secondary residence. A lot loan is different from a construction loan in that the lot loan pays for the land the home will be built on, while the construction loan pays for the construction of the home itself. Use our land loan calculator to get started.
How does a lot loan work?
A lot loan is used to finance the purchase of land. They are typically short-term loans with higher down payments and interest rates.
How much is a down payment for a lot?
The down payment for a lot is anywhere from 20% to 50% of the purchase price. The down payment is usually higher for raw land, while the down payment is lower if the land is a lot where a home will be built.
Is it better to buy land or a house?
Both buying land and buying a home can be great investments. The better option depends on the needs and wants of the buyer.
Pros to buying a home
- Ability to move in right away
- Typically cheaper to buy
- Ability to live closer to town
Pros to buying land
- Ability to customize home entirely to your liking
- Ability to create a more efficient home that is good for the environment
- A newer home will need less maintenance
How can I finance a lot loan?
The process to finance a lot loan is simple and affordable. We offer up to 85% financing on approved credit with fully amortizing fixed-rate and balloon options. We also offer easy conversion to a construction loan. Get started by filling out our easy online application.
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2. Limit of two lot loans per member.
3. Free appraisal on new purchases and construction loans only. Not available on refinance loans. Cannot be combined with other offers. Limit one per household. Offer valid on applications received between 3/1/24 and 7/31/24 for loans that close no later than 8/31/24. Limited-time offer. Offer can change or be withdrawn at any time.
*Loans on approved credit. Actual APR based on creditworthiness. Information and interactive calculators are made available as self-help tools for independent use and are not intended to provide investment advice. We cannot and do not guarantee their applicability or accuracy in regard to individual circumstances. All examples are hypothetical and are for illustrative purposes. Seek personalized advice from qualified professionals regarding all personal finance issues. Actual rate, payment and costs could be higher. Get an official loan estimate before choosing a loan. Some limitations on loan amounts may apply based on county limits and/or loan product. FHA county loan limits apply for FHA loans.
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