What this means for a Fort Lauderdale construction loan
Fort Lauderdale permitted 1,372 new homes in 2025, the most of any recent year.
Small multifamily is growing: permits for 2–4 unit homes went from 25 in 2020 to 58 in 2025, a project size well suited to private construction financing.
That is 7.3 new homes per 1,000 residents, the 33rd most active of the 141 cities B-Line Capital covers by this measure.
Construction Loans program details
| Loan purpose | New construction: build-ready infill, teardowns, and spec homes; not tract homes or subdivisions of 10+ homes |
|---|---|
| Interest rate | As low as 9.99%1 |
| Loan amount | $300K to $10MM |
| Term | 12 or 18 months; mid-construction options available17 |
| Borrower | Individual or entity |
| Experience | Based on the prior 36 months |
| Maximum loan-to-value | 65% to 70%7 |
| Maximum loan-to-cost | 80% to 85%8 |
| LTV vs. LTC | Whichever calculation works best for your project |
| Construction financing | Up to 100% of construction costs |
| Land | Land acquisition assistance available10 |
| Property types | Single-family, detached ADUs (DADUs), 2–4 units, 5–20 unit multifamily, mixed-use, townhouses, condos15 |
How it works
- Request a quote. Tell us about the Fort Lauderdale property, your plan, and the loan amount you need. It takes a few minutes.
- Compare offers. We shop the deal across private lenders, family offices, and commercial capital sources and bring you up to three offers.
- Close and fund. We coordinate documents, valuation, and title with the lender you choose through closing.
Questions about construction loans in Fort Lauderdale
How many new homes are being built in Fort Lauderdale?
Fort Lauderdale permitted 1,372 new housing units in 2025, according to the Census Bureau's Building Permits Survey; 1,052 were in buildings with five or more units.
What kinds of construction projects qualify?
Build-ready infill lots, teardowns, and spec homes, including single-family homes with detached ADUs, townhouses, condos, 2–4 unit and 5–20 unit multifamily, and mixed-use. Tract homes and subdivisions of 10 or more homes are not eligible.
How much of the project can be financed?
Up to 80–85% of total cost or 65–70% of completed value, whichever works better for your project, with up to 100% of construction costs funded.
How are construction loan funds disbursed?
Construction funds are released in draws as work is completed and inspected, so you pay interest only on what has been drawn.
Can I get financing partway through construction?
Yes. Mid-construction options are available for projects that have already started.
What experience do I need?
Eligibility is based on your construction activity over the prior 36 months.
Does B-Line Capital lend directly?
No. B-Line Capital is a private money broker. It compares offers from multiple private lenders, family offices, and commercial capital sources so you can choose the best rate and terms.
What fees are involved?
B-Line Capital's broker fee typically ranges from 0.5 to 2 points depending on deal size and complexity. Fees are disclosed on your closing statement and are not charged until your loan funds.
How long does it take to close in Fort Lauderdale?
Timelines depend on the lender, the deal's complexity, and how quickly documents come together. Private financing generally moves faster than a bank loan; ask your B-Line Capital contact for a timeline specific to your Fort Lauderdale project.
How do I get started with a construction loan in Fort Lauderdale?
Request a quote to compare offers from up to three lenders, or call (206) 949-3416 to talk with the team.
