GROUND-UP CONSTRUCTION · Connecticut (CT) Underwriting Matrix · Stephen R. Mannenbach, J.D., MBA

Connecticut Ground-Up Construction Loans (Spec Homes, Duplex/Fourplex & Build-to-Rent) — 2026 Rates, LTV Caps & State Rules

Connecticut Ground-Up Construction provide business-purpose real estate investors with Up to 85% LTC / 70%–75% Completed ARV across loan amounts from $100,000 – $15,000,000+ at 9.75% – 11.75% Interest-Only on Drawn Funds (12 – 24 Months Interest-Only, 660+ FICO min FICO, 14 – 21 Business Days close). In Connecticut (CT), lenders underwrite to a Judicial (Strict Foreclosure or Foreclosure by Sale) statutory framework (180–270 days-day average timeline), a 1.96% average property tax rate (~$645/mo at the $395,000 state median), and $520/$100K hazard insurance (~$171/mo).

Max Leverage / LTC

Up to 85% LTC / 70%–75% Completed ARV

Min FICO: 660+ FICO

2026 Rate Band

9.75% – 11.75% Interest-Only on Drawn Funds

12 – 24 Months Interest-Only

CT Security Instrument

Judicial (Strict Foreclosure or Foreclosure by Sale)

180–270 days days avg timeline

CT Avg Tax & Ins

1.96% Tax

$520/$100K Hazard Ins