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The Leader in Rural Construction Loans

When preparing for your construction project, start by connecting with the experts in rural living. Our team is here to support you throughout the construction process with helpful guidance and insights.

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Construction Loans

Everything you need to know before, during and after starting rural construction.

Rural construction comes with unique challenges. Because our loan officers are a part of the rural community, they truly understand your needs. Rural 1st offers construction loans to fit your project and keep your future mortgage in mind with a one-time close. We also allow you up to one year to complete your project to accommodate any weather or scheduling delays.

With a Construction Loan You Can…

Get the Full Value of Your Land

We acknowledge the equity in the land, its outbuildings, and any other site improvements towards the down payment on your construction loan. This equity has the potential to lower the amount you’d need to put down.

Choose Your Builder

While other lenders may ask you to work with a builder they prefer, we let you choose your own. We simply ask that your builder meets our requirements to ensure a smooth process.

Why Rural 1st?

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Fixed rate financing

During the construction process, you have the option to lock in your loan with a fixed rate, when you’re ready.§ If a lower rate becomes available, you can convert your loan through our Conversion Program every 12 months for a small conversion fee*.

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Finance your dream home

In addition to financing the construction of conventional-style homes, we also finance barndominium and log home builds, as well as remodel projects.

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Manage your build in one place

With our simple digital tool, you can manage draws, disbursements, inspections, and your project’s progression all in one place. You, your contractor, and your Rural 1st team can monitor the project together in real time.

Calculate Your Monthly Mortgage Payment

We’re here to help you find a loan that works for you and your needs. Please use our calculator if you’d like to get an idea of your estimated payments or loan possibilities.

Considering a refinance? Check out our refinance calculator.

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Calculate Your Maximum Loan Amount

We’re here to help you find a loan that works for you and your needs. Please use our calculator if you’d like to get an idea of your estimated payments or loan possibilities.

Considering a refinance? Check out our refinance calculator.

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Customer stories

Our sole focus is helping people achieve their goals of owning rural property. Here’s what they had to say about working with Rural 1st.

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“We couldn’t have done it without Rural 1st. We’re very thankful for them.”

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Brandon Griffin

Ethridge, Tennessee

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§Variable to fixed rate conversions available once at least 75% of construction is complete.

*Provided that eligibility requirements are met. Conversion has a one-time fee of $750.00. Terms and Conditions may apply. The fee is subject to change without notice.

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