One Time Close Construction Loans Louisiana | Build Your Home | One Loan One Close | NMLS #1680348
One Time Close Construction Loans · Louisiana · Texas · Mississippi

One Time Close —
Build Your Home With One Loan. One Closing.

Construction to permanent financing in a single loan. Lock your rate before construction begins. FHA, VA, and USDA options available.

What Is a One Time Close Loan

The Problem With Traditional Construction Loans — Solved.

Traditional construction financing requires two separate loans — a construction loan to build, then a permanent mortgage to pay it off once the home is complete. That means two applications, two appraisals, two sets of closing costs, and two rounds of qualifying. Your rate on the permanent loan isn't locked until the home is built.

A One Time Close loan combines both into a single transaction. One application. One appraisal. One set of closing costs. One rate locked before the first nail is driven. When construction is complete your loan automatically converts to your permanent mortgage — no second closing, no re-qualifying, no surprise rate changes.

"Build the home you want. Finance it once. Know your payment before you break ground."

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Traditional Construction Loan
  • ✗ Two separate loan applications
  • ✗ Two appraisals — construction and final
  • ✗ Two sets of closing costs
  • ✗ Rate not locked until home is complete
  • ✗ Must re-qualify after construction
One Time Close Loan
  • ✓ Single loan application
  • ✓ One appraisal at start
  • ✓ One set of closing costs
  • ✓ Rate locked before construction begins
  • ✓ Auto-converts — no second closing
Program Options

FHA · VA · USDA — All Available as One Time Close

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3.5% Down
FHA One Time Close

Build with as little as 3.5% down using FHA financing. 580+ credit score. Best for first-time builders and buyers who don't have 20% to put down.

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$0 Down
VA One Time Close

Veterans can build with zero down using the VA One Time Close program. No PMI. No down payment. The VA benefit works for new construction too.

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$0 Down
USDA One Time Close

Build in an eligible rural or suburban area with zero down using USDA financing. Lower mortgage insurance than FHA. Best for buyers in qualifying areas.

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How It Works

From Application to Move-In — Step by Step

1
Apply and Get Pre-ApprovedSoft pull only. We establish your budget, select your program (FHA, VA, or USDA), and lock your rate before construction begins.
2
Select Your Builder and LotYour builder must be licensed and approved. We review the construction contract and plans as part of the underwriting process.
3
One Closing — Construction BeginsWe close once. Your rate is locked. Construction funds are held in escrow and disbursed to your builder in draws as work is completed.
4
Construction CompletesDuring construction you typically pay interest only on funds disbursed. No full payment until the home is complete.
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Automatic Conversion — Move InYour loan automatically converts to your permanent mortgage. No second closing. No re-qualifying. Your rate was already locked. Move in and make your first payment.
Who This Is For

One Time Close Is Right For You If...

You want to build — not buy. Existing home inventory is limited. Building puts you in control of what you get.
You own land or are buying land. One Time Close can include land acquisition in the loan or work with land you already own.
You want rate certainty. Locking before construction starts protects you from rate increases during the build period.
You're a veteran. The VA One Time Close with zero down is one of the strongest new construction programs available anywhere.
You're in a rural or suburban area. USDA One Time Close with zero down may be available in your area — more locations qualify than most buyers realize.
You want to avoid two closings. One set of costs. One process. One closing table. Done.
Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to own land before applying?
No. Land acquisition can be included in the One Time Close loan. If you already own land it can be used as equity toward the transaction. Either way we can work with your situation.
What happens if construction takes longer than expected?
One Time Close loans have a construction period — typically 12 months. If your builder needs more time extensions may be available. This is something we plan for upfront with your builder before closing.
Can I be my own builder?
Most One Time Close programs require a licensed general contractor — not an owner-builder. Your builder will need to submit licensing, insurance, and a construction contract as part of the approval process.
Do I make payments during construction?
During the construction phase you typically pay interest only on the funds that have been disbursed to your builder. Your full principal and interest payment begins when the home is complete and the loan converts to permanent financing.
Should I call a lender or builder first?
Call the lender first. Knowing your budget, your program, and your rate before you select a builder and sign a construction contract puts you in a much stronger position. Call me first — soft pull only.

Ready to Build? Let's Lock Your Rate First.

Apply with a soft pull and know exactly what you qualify for before you select a builder or sign a contract.

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Service Area

Serving Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida, Texas & 5 More States

Based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana — serving Denham Springs, Livingston, Gonzales, Walker, Zachary, New Orleans, Shreveport, Lafayette, and Lake Charles. Mississippi: Jackson, Gulfport, Biloxi, Hattiesburg, Mendenhall, Vicksburg. Florida: Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Naples, Boynton Beach, and statewide. Texas: Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, and statewide.

Louisiana
Baton Rouge
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Denham Springs
Louisiana
New Orleans
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Lafayette
Mississippi
Jackson
Mississippi
Gulfport
Mississippi
Hattiesburg
Mississippi
Mendenhall
Florida
Tampa
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Orlando
Texas
Houston
Texas
Dallas · Fort Worth
Texas
San Antonio
+ 5 States
AZ · CA · MO · NC · TN
James Hair
James Hair
Senior Loan Originator · First Option Mortgage · NMLS #1680348
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