Local to Lexington, GA

Ground Up Construction Loans in Lexington, GA

Lexington borrowers, here's how we can help. Ground up construction loans in Lexington, 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.

NMLS #132263
Equal Housing Lender
Licensed in 6 States
Fast Pre-Approvals

Why CDL MTG

Why Lexington homeowners call us first.

Personal service, many lenders to compare, and clear answers at every step.

Competitive Rates

Your scenario gets priced across many lenders, so you see real options instead of a single quote.

Flexible Terms

Flexible guidelines for self-employed income, rental properties, and less common property types.

Fast & Simple Process

Upload documents securely, track your checklist, and get a fast pre-approval decision.

Local Expertise

Licensed loan officers who know local escrow, title, appraisal and market conditions — not a call center.

The Process

Your path to closing on ground up construction loans.

Here is exactly how your loan moves from application to funding.

  1. Step 01

    Talk to a Loan Officer

    A quick, no-pressure conversation about your goals, timeline and budget.

  2. Step 02

    Submit Your Documents

    A short, secure checklist tailored to your loan — no guesswork, no busywork.

  3. Step 03

    Get Pre-Approved

    We shop lenders, review your Loan Estimate line by line, and issue your approval.

  4. Step 04

    Close With Confidence

    We keep you, your agent and escrow updated through funding day.

Local Expertise

Lexington ground up construction loans, handled by people who know the area.

Oglethorpe County is home to 4 cities, and Lexington borrowers often shop homes in neighboring Crawford and Maxeys too. Nearby, we also help borrowers in Crawford (about 3 mi), Arnoldsville (about 7 mi) and Maxeys (about 9 mi).

Licensed in Georgia · NMLS #132263
01 / LOCAL MARKET

Rooted in Lexington

CDL Mortgage Services Inc. helps buyers and homeowners across Lexington and the rest of Oglethorpe County navigate the ground up construction loans process from first conversation to final signature. We are fully licensed to lend in Georgia and support Lexington borrowers with the same responsive, personal process our home-market clients receive.

02 / DIRECT ACCESS

Real People, Not a Call Center

You will always know who is working on your loan. Your loan officer compares lenders for you, explains your costs in plain language, and keeps everyone on the transaction informed until closing.

03 / TAILORED OPTIONS

More Than One Program

In addition to ground up construction loans, Lexington 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 Lexington, GA

A licensed loan officer will reach out with your options — no obligation, no credit pull to start.

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Service Area

Mapping our Lexington coverage.

Licensed, regulated & trusted.

NMLS #132263
Equal Housing Lender
Licensed in 6 States
Fast Pre-Approvals

CDL Mortgage Services Inc. · NMLS #132263 · Equal Housing Lender

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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 Lexington 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

Ground Up Construction Loans FAQs

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.