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Lot Financing for Construction Projects

As the leader in rural lending, we understand what it means to find a piece of land that’s perfect for your future construction plans. Let us help get you Closer to What Matters® with helpful guidance and insights from our team of rural lending experts.

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Buy now, build later

Our experts can help you finance your future plans.

We live out here, too, and enjoy the land just as much as you do. Whenever you’re ready to begin your build, the experts at Rural 1st can advise you how to roll your lot loan into a construction loan.

You’ll find working with an experienced lending team who understands rural property and knows the geographical area is invaluable.

Get the full value of your land

We value the equity in the acreage as well as any barns, outbuildings or site improvements so you qualify for the maximum loan amount.

Fixed rate financing

During construction, you can lock in a fixed rate to protect against future increases.

Why Rural 1st?

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Lower rates for less

If a lower rate becomes available after you close, you can reduce your rate for a small fee* without the hassle of refinancing.

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Choose your builder

While other lenders ask you to work with a builder they prefer, we let you choose your own. And our digital tool lets you manage your build in real-time with your contractor and Rural 1st team.

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One-time close

We like to make things easy for you. Other lenders may require you to take out a construction loan and then refinance into a regular mortgage, but Rural 1st can help you go from construction to a permanent loan with one simple package.

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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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 Testimonials

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.

“Everything was so efficient! From the loan officers to the Rural 1st app. Would highly recommend!”

Kimilyn Wittman

New Haven, IL

“There was never an automated answering system when I needed to speak with someone. Their customer service is second to none.”

John Gawsyszawski

Brunswick, OH

“Each person I worked with was very patient and took time to explain to us what was going to happen and what exactly everything means.”

Emily Waters

White Bluff, TN

*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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