Category: Development and Construction

Funding is one of the most important parts of any property development project. A strong site, capable builder and well-priced end product will not get far unless the funding structure is clear, realistic and aligned with the development programme. For many developers, the question is not simply how to fund a development project. The better […]

Funding is one of the most important parts of any project. A strong site, capable builder, and well-priced product will go nowhere unless the necessary funding is put in place to complete the project. For many developers, the question is not only how to fund a property development, but which type of lender is best […]

Bridging finance can be a practical short-term funding solution when a borrower needs to manage a timing gap between two property transactions. For brokers, the key is knowing how to present the deal so a lender can quickly understand the transaction, assess the risk, and make an informed decision. So, how do you get bridging […]

In our previous blog, we explained what a bridging loan is and when it can make sense. This article takes the next step: what bridging finance costs, what drives that cost, and how developers can assess whether the benefit outweighs the expense. For developers and investors, the cheapest facility is not always the best facility. […]

A bridging loan is short-term property finance used to cover a timing gap between a current funding need and a future capital event, such as a property sale, refinance or project sell-down. Bridging loans, put simply, look to bridge a gap between your capital commitments or obligations and expected capital inflows. These scenarios can arise […]

Property development finance has a lot of moving parts. From feasibility and equity contribution to LVR, cost-to-complete, construction risk, QS involvement, pre-sales and exit strategy, each element plays a part in whether a project is fundable. At ASAP Finance, we have covered many of these topics in detail across our development finance blog library. This […]

Property development offers significant opportunities to create value in the New Zealand property market, but it also involves a range of risks that must be carefully managed. From construction cost increases to market fluctuations and funding constraints, even well-planned projects can face challenges if potential risks are not identified and mitigated. While these risks are […]

Property development can be a powerful way to create value in the New Zealand property market, but it is fundamentally different from traditional property investment. Rather than relying on long-term market growth, development involves actively improving land or buildings, creating value through construction or subdivision, with the intention of generating profit at completion. Property development […]

When it comes to property development and construction finance, progress payments form the backbone of how funds are advanced throughout a project. For lenders like ASAP Finance, this is one of the most critical aspects of loan management – ensuring funds are released only as value is created on site, and almost always on a cost-to-complete […]

New builds are becoming an increasingly attractive option for property investors in New Zealand. With lower deposit requirements, exemptions from Reserve Bank restrictions, and strong demand for modern housing, it’s no surprise they’re gaining momentum again. At ASAP Finance, as a specialist development lender, we’ve seen a surge in property development funding requests for new […]