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Going into your first property development can be exciting, nerve-wracking and a huge opportunity!
The finance application is the first hurdle to jump, and it's essential you know what lenders are looking for to strengthen your chances of approval at a competitive interest rate.
The checklist below covers all the essential things you need to think about before planning and the most common pitfalls to avoid.
For advice and support with financing your first property development, call the mortgage advisors team on 0330 304 3040 or email us at info@revolutionbrokers.co.uk.
1. Know Your Numbers for Financing Development Projects
Figures and data are critical at the planning stage.
It would be best if you were sure that you would make a profit and demonstrate those calculations clearly to a lender.
Taking on a new development is a big decision, so always take your time to assess the market and make good choices, as once you're purchased a prospective development plot, you may find that overlooking those details causes considerable problems accessing financing.
2. Choose the Right People for Self-Build Development Finance
As a new developer, the advice you receive will be vital. That includes:
Ask for recommendations, or speak to past clients before you pick your team. You need to know that the people around you are reliable, experienced and trustworthy.
Including details of your contractors on your application is a great way to show that, even if you're developing your first property, you will have support from professionals who have developed other similar sites before.
A lender might be reluctant to lend to new development. Still, suppose they can see that your architect has designed many other successful developments, and your contractors have developed many other sites on time. In that case, there are fewer risks that the project won't complete to budget or by your anticipated turnaround times.
3. Evaluate Demand for Housing Development Finance
If you're planning to develop and sell a property, you have to be confident that there is a demand for the type of building you plan to construct.
A development that you can't sell can be disastrous, and you'll need to think about the market in the surrounding area, projected changes in the market by the time the build is complete, and what sort of buyer will be interested in purchasing your finished property.
For example, suppose student accommodation is in high demand. In that case, you might be better off converting a residential property into standalone flats than developing a period home into a beautiful family property.
Assessing demand is key to ensuring your projected sale value is achievable and often a deciding factor in selecting those development finance projects with the most excellent chance of selling for a good deal.
4. Other Financing Development Projects Nearby
Should there be other developments ongoing in the area, this can have a significant impact on your exit strategy and the likelihood that you'll be able to sell your property quickly.
Check for other schemes, construction sites or pending planning applications to make sure you know what competition is out there.
There are many reasons this task makes a difference:
In essence, doing your homework and demonstrating market research will help a lender approve your application.
They'll be able to see that you've taken the time to investigate any contributing factors that might impact your development, which gives assurance that you haven't overlooked other essential risks.
5. Know Your Site Before Applying for Self-Build Development Finance
A standard stumbling block for new developers is not to have given enough consideration to critical aspects of their build site - including drains and utility services.
For example, a plot with drains running through the area where foundations will need to be built will cost much more since you'll need to invest in repositioning pipes.
Services are another crucial factor; you need to know what pipes and cables are underground on your site, how to connect to them, and whether any service lines will impact your ability to build to your plan.
Thorough plans and surveys are essential since these will highlight any areas where you're likely to encounter additional costs that must be factored into your development finance application budgets.
Lenders assessing a new development application where due consideration hasn't been given to all factors will almost certainly reject it.
If a prospective developer has overlooked potentially costly works and not included them in their self-build development plans, it doesn't bode well for the project's viability!
Developing your first property brings a tremendous amount of opportunity. You can gain experience in a professional development market and achieve attractive returns on your investment.
However, the key to success is always to carry out sufficient planning and costings to be confident you've accounted for all the issues you're likely to encounter along the way.
As a first-time developer, you'll also find that:
Crafting your application can take a little time. Still, you must include all the details that allow a lender to see how your development will work and assess whether your budgets and expected sale values are likely to be realistic.
For further information about applying for a first-time development loan or enhancing your application to improve your chances of success, please give the Revolution team a call on 0330 304 3040, or drop us a message at info@revolutionbrokers.co.uk.
While your regular bank might have turned down your application, many alternative lenders are offering a range of development finance products that may be perfectly suited to the project you have in mind.
And, as independent development finance brokers with years of experience, the Revolution team will ensure you find them!
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