Ground-Up Construction Loan New Jersey
New Jersey construction financing for experienced builders
Submit your construction deal
A ground-up construction project needs more than capital. It needs a lender that can review the deal quickly, understand the project, and provide clear next steps before an opportunity passes.
We Lend provides private ground-up construction loans for experienced builders, real estate investors, and mortgage brokers. The program is available nationwide across 46 states, with a strong focus on New Jersey, New York, and the surrounding metro market.
We Lend aims to provide an initial term sheet within one hour when enough information is available to evaluate the project.
Current construction rates start at 9.99%. Final pricing and fees depend on the project, borrower qualifications, financing structure, property, and underwriting.
Submit Your New Jersey Construction Deal
Call +1 212 777 7780 or email info@welendllc.com.
New construction financing with clear terms
Ground-up construction deals can be difficult to place with a traditional lender. Banks may take too long to review the project, while institutional lenders may decline a transaction that does not fit a rigid approval model.
We Lend reviews construction opportunities through an in-house lending process. The team evaluates the project, borrower, property, budget, and exit plan to determine whether the deal fits the program and underwriting criteria.
If the project fits the program, the team can provide a clearer view of the potential financing structure and next steps.
Current ground-up construction loan terms
| Program detail | Current terms |
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| Minimum loan amount | $500,000 |
| Maximum leverage | Up to 90% LTC |
| Loan term | 12 to 18 months |
| Construction rates | Starting at 9.99% |
| Minimum FICO | 650 |
| Borrower experience | Required |
| Typical closing timeline | 7 to 14 days |
| Availability | Nationwide across 46 states, with a strong focus on New Jersey and New York |
Final pricing, fees, financing amounts, and approval requirements depend on the project, borrower qualifications, property, documentation, due diligence, title, appraisal, and overall underwriting.
A ground-up construction loan in New Jersey should keep the project moving
New Jersey builders often need to coordinate land or property acquisition, plans, permits, contractors, budgets, appraisals, title work, and an exit strategy at the same time. A financing delay can affect the entire project timeline.
We Lend is built to review those details directly and provide a practical answer. The typical construction closing timeline is 7 to 14 days, depending on documentation, due diligence, title, appraisal, and project complexity.
Our team works with borrowers and brokers on projects that require:
- Ground-up construction financing
- A minimum loan amount of $500,000
- Up to 90% LTC, subject to underwriting
- A 12- to 18-month construction term
- Fast review of a defined project
- A lender familiar with New Jersey transactions
- Direct communication with the lending team
- A financing structure based on the actual project

Why New Jersey builders choose We Lend
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Focused on the deal, not a rigid checklist
A construction project should be reviewed in context. We Lend considers the property, borrower, project budget, construction plan, available equity, and expected exit rather than relying only on an automated decision.
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In-house underwriting
The lending team reviews the transaction directly. This allows We Lend to work through project details and identify what is needed to continue the review.
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Direct access to the lending team
We Lend combines direct access to its lending team with online tools that help borrowers and brokers begin the process quickly. You can submit a project online and still speak with the people working through the transaction.
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Built around long-term relationships
We Lend is a founder-led, friends-and-family-backed private lender with more than $700 million funded across more than 1,400 loans, a 68% repeat borrower rate, zero principal loss, and a $20 million Webster Bank credit facility.
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No institutional approval chain
We Lend is not a large bank with multiple layers between the borrower and the lending team. The process is designed to provide direct communication and a clear understanding of what is needed to move forward.
A construction project should be reviewed in context. We Lend considers the property, borrower, project budget, construction plan, available equity, and expected exit rather than relying only on an automated decision.
The lending team reviews the transaction directly. This allows We Lend to work through project details and identify what is needed to continue the review.
We Lend combines direct access to its lending team with online tools that help borrowers and brokers begin the process quickly. You can submit a project online and still speak with the people working through the transaction.
We Lend is a founder-led, friends-and-family-backed private lender with more than $700 million funded across more than 1,400 loans, a 68% repeat borrower rate, zero principal loss, and a $20 million Webster Bank credit facility.
We Lend is not a large bank with multiple layers between the borrower and the lending team. The process is designed to provide direct communication and a clear understanding of what is needed to move forward.
Who this ground-up construction program is for
This program is intended for experienced real estate investors, builders, developers, and mortgage brokers with a defined construction opportunity.
Because prior experience is required, this ground-up construction program may not fit first-time builders. Exact experience requirements depend on the project and program.
A strong initial submission should include:
- Property address or location
- Purchase price or land basis
- Construction budget
- Project plans and scope
- Borrower and entity information
- Available equity
- Contractor or construction details
- Expected exit strategy
- Requested loan amount and timing
If some information is still being finalized, submit the deal details you have. The lending team can identify what is needed for the next stage of review.
New Jersey construction lending for borrowers and brokers
We Lend works directly with borrowers and also accepts submissions from mortgage brokers.
For brokers, the process is designed to provide quick feedback while preserving the relationship with your client. We Lend strives to protect the broker’s relationship and fees throughout the transaction.
Submit a deal through the We Lend broker portal or contact Jeff directly at jeff@welendllc.com.
How the process works
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1. Submit the project
Send the property details, requested loan amount, construction budget, borrower information, and expected timeline.
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2. Begin the review
The lending team reviews the available information and follows up if additional details are needed.
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3. Receive initial terms
We Lend aims to provide an initial term sheet within one hour when enough information is available to evaluate the project. The term sheet is subject to final underwriting, documentation, and approval.
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4. Complete due diligence
The closing process may include title, appraisal, project documentation, construction details, borrower review, and other underwriting requirements.
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5. Close and fund
The typical construction closing timeline is 7 to 14 days, depending on documentation, due diligence, title, appraisal, and project complexity.
Send the property details, requested loan amount, construction budget, borrower information, and expected timeline.
The lending team reviews the available information and follows up if additional details are needed.
We Lend aims to provide an initial term sheet within one hour when enough information is available to evaluate the project. The term sheet is subject to final underwriting, documentation, and approval.
The closing process may include title, appraisal, project documentation, construction details, borrower review, and other underwriting requirements.
The typical construction closing timeline is 7 to 14 days, depending on documentation, due diligence, title, appraisal, and project complexity.

Frequently asked questions
What is a ground-up construction loan?
A ground-up construction loan provides financing for a new construction project built from the ground up. Depending on the transaction, the loan may finance the acquisition of the land or property and eligible construction costs.
Does We Lend provide ground-up construction loans in New Jersey?
Yes. We Lend provides ground-up construction financing for qualified projects in New Jersey. The company lends nationwide across 46 states, with a strong focus on New Jersey, New York, and the surrounding metro market.
What is the minimum loan amount?
The current minimum loan amount for the construction program is $500,000.
How much financing is available?
The program offers up to 90% LTC, subject to the property, borrower, project, documentation, and underwriting.
What are the current construction loan rates?
Construction rates currently start at 9.99%. Final pricing and fees depend on the project, borrower qualifications, financing structure, property, and underwriting.
What loan terms are available?
The current construction program offers 12- to 18-month terms, subject to the project and final approval.
What credit score is required?
The current program lists a 650 minimum FICO. Credit requirements may be reviewed together with the borrower’s experience, project, property, and overall financial profile.
Is borrower experience required?
Yes. Experience is required for this ground-up construction program. Exact experience requirements depend on the project and program. Because prior experience is required, the program may not fit first-time builders.
How fast can We Lend provide a term sheet?
We Lend aims to provide an initial term sheet within one hour when enough information is available to evaluate the project. This is not a guarantee, and timing depends on the completeness and complexity of the submission.
How long does a construction loan closing take?
The typical construction closing timeline is 7 to 14 days, depending on documentation, due diligence, title, appraisal, and project complexity.
Does We Lend work with mortgage brokers?
Yes. Most of We Lend’s business comes from brokers, and the company strives to protect its brokers because of the value they add to the lending process.
Brokers can submit a deal through the We Lend broker portal or contact Jeff at jeff@welendllc.com.
Submit your New Jersey ground-up construction deal
Building in New Jersey? Submit your project to We Lend for an initial review.
We Lend aims to provide an initial term sheet within one hour when enough information is available to evaluate the project.
Submit Your Ground-Up Deal
Call +1 212 777 7780 or email info@welendllc.com.