Here are some typical questions/scenarios and repsonse by Toronto Mortgage Professionals Valerie and Robert Bizzoni on Modular Home financing. If you would like to chat about your next home building project, feel free to get in touch.
1. Buyer purchases infill lot [with house sitting on it, but will be demolished to set new foundation and new home.] ie. modular unit will be on owned land - no leased lots.
· If the unit is placed on a full foundation, does standard underwriting apply and the mortgage would be eligible for discounted rates?
Yes, standard underwriting would apply and the client would be eligible for discounted rates, subject to qualifications from application
2. Are financing draws similar to site built construction loans? I imagine this will be somewhat similar to construction loan, but upon completion, the loan will be transferred to a conventional mortgage.
· What is the advance schedule?
..... on completion of the foundation Yes, approximately 15% - 20% advance for the cost of the land – subject to an appraisal
..... on confirmation of delivery of the unit Yes, would require the Purchase Agreement for the unit to verify the price. This would proceed to 2nd advance of approximately 75% - 85%.
..... on completion Yes, the balance of funds (up to 95%) would be advanced, subject to at least one (1) further inspections and most times two (2) inspections.
Please note that the financing is not applicable to Builders/Contractors, only to the potential buyers. The financing is all insured from either CMHC/Genworth, regardless of loan-to-value.
If you are looking to source property for your next urban infill project, or looking for conventional real estate services, I'd love to help!
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