Chatham County Home Loans
Ground Up Construction Loans in Chatham County, GA
Looking for ground up construction loans in Chatham County? Ground up construction loans in Chatham County, GA for investors, builders, and developers. Finance land acquisition and vertical construction together with loan-to-cost and ARV based leverage, interest-only payments during the build, inspected draws, and construction-to-permanent exits. CDL Mortgage structures the whole project.
Serving Savannah, Pooler, Garden City, Port Wentworth, Tybee Island, Thunderbolt, Bloomingdale, Vernonburg and every community in Chatham County.
Why CDL MTG
What Chatham County clients get with CDL MTG.
Experienced loan officers, honest pricing, and a process that respects your time.
Competitive Rates
Instead of one bank's rate sheet, we compare pricing from several wholesale lenders for your ground up construction loans.
Flexible Terms
Options for W-2 earners, business owners, investors and retirees, not just picture-perfect files.
Fast & Simple Process
Clear next steps, a short document list, and quick turnarounds from application to approval.
Local Expertise
We work with Georgia escrow, title and appraisal partners every week, so your file moves smoothly.
The Process
Getting ground up construction loans in Chatham County, step by step.
A simple four-step process, start to finish.
- Step 01
Talk to a Loan Officer
A quick, no-pressure conversation about your goals, timeline and budget.
- Step 02
Submit Your Documents
A short, secure checklist tailored to your loan — no guesswork, no busywork.
- Step 03
Get Pre-Approved
We shop lenders, review your Loan Estimate line by line, and issue your approval.
- Step 04
Close With Confidence
We keep you, your agent and escrow updated through funding day.
Local Expertise
Local ground up construction loans help across Chatham County.
Our Chatham County clients come from Savannah, Pooler and Garden City, along with 5 other towns and the rural areas between them.
Rooted in Chatham County
CDL Mortgage Services Inc. helps buyers and homeowners across Chatham County navigate the ground up construction loans process from first conversation to final signature. We are fully licensed to lend in Georgia and support Chatham County borrowers with the same responsive, personal process our home-market clients receive.
One Point of Contact
Every file is handled by a licensed loan officer — not a call center. We shop multiple wholesale lenders on your behalf to find competitive pricing, walk you through your Loan Estimate line by line, and keep you, your agent, and escrow updated at every milestone so there are no surprises at the closing table.
More Than One Program
In addition to ground up construction loans, Chatham County clients also come to us for ground up construction loans, ground up construction financing, ground up building loans, and more. Whatever your situation — first home, move-up purchase, investment property, or tapping equity — we’ll match you with the right program.
Get a free Ground Up Construction Loans quote in Chatham County, GA
A licensed loan officer will reach out with your options — no obligation, no credit pull to start.
Prefer to talk? (916) 624-0767
Service Area
Where we lend around Chatham County.
Serving Savannah, Pooler, Garden City, Port Wentworth, Tybee Island, Thunderbolt, Bloomingdale, Vernonburg, and every community across Chatham County, Georgia.
Licensed and accountable.
CDL Mortgage Services Inc. · NMLS #132263 · Equal Housing Lender
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What Our Clients Say
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About Us
Who is CDL Mortgage?
CDL Mortgage Services Inc. is an independent, full-service mortgage company. Instead of pushing one bank’s products, we shop multiple wholesale lenders to secure the best loan at the best rate for Chatham County borrowers.
Full-Service Mortgage Company
Purchase, refinance, and home equity — all under one roof, focused on the best loans at the best rates.
Headquartered in Rocklin, CA
Based at 6524 Lonetree Blvd, Rocklin, CA 95765 and licensed in California, Texas, Georgia, Tennessee, Oklahoma & Idaho.
Real Loan Officers, Not Call Centers
Every file is handled start-to-finish by a licensed loan officer who knows your name and your goals.
NMLS #132263 · Equal Housing Lender
Fully licensed and regulated, with award-winning lender partnerships and 35+ years serving borrowers.
Questions
Common Ground Up Construction Loans Questions
What is a ground up construction loan?
Financing for building on vacant land — it can cover lot acquisition plus the full vertical construction budget. Funds are advanced in inspected draws against the builder\u2019s schedule of values, with interest only on the drawn balance.
How much down payment does ground up construction require?
Commonly 15–25% of total project cost. If you already own the lot free and clear, its equity often counts toward your required contribution and can reduce cash to close substantially.
Do I need experience for a ground up construction loan?
Experience helps and drives your leverage. Newer builders can qualify with a licensed, insured, experienced general contractor, a realistic budget, and more equity in the deal.
How are draws handled on ground up construction?
You submit a draw request as each stage completes. An inspector verifies the work, then funds are released — typically within a few business days — so the build never stalls waiting on money.
Can I finance land and construction together?
Yes. A single facility can fund the lot purchase and the build, and can be structured to roll into a permanent mortgage or an investor rental loan at completion.