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Land & Pre-Development Loans

Private Land Financing Before Construction Begins

Vaster provides flexible, business-purpose financing for land acquisitions, development sites, assemblages, refinances and properties preparing for vertical construction or redevelopment across South Florida and select markets.

Aerial view of South Florida waterfront and coastline development
$50M
Maximum loan amount*
Up to 55%
Financing on select land and pre-development loans*
12–18 Months
Typical interest-only loan term*
10 Days
Funding after a complete application and documentation are provided**

* Program availability, leverage, loan amount and terms vary by property, sponsor, market and underwriting.

** Closing timing depends on the completeness and complexity of the transaction and required third-party diligence.

Our Loan Scenarios

Flexible private capital for land at different stages of the pre-development cycle.

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01

Land Acquisition

Bridge financing for the purchase of development land, waterfront parcels and infill sites.

02

Assemblages

Financing for the acquisition or recapitalization of multiple parcels being combined into a larger development site.

03

Pre-Development Bridge

Financing secured by the property while planning, approvals, design and other pre-construction work advance.

04

Land Refinance and Equity Recapture

Refinance existing debt or access equity in land ahead of a defined development, construction or sale strategy.

Why Vaster

Why Vaster for Land & Pre-Development

Vaster combines flexible private capital, South Florida market knowledge and experience across the development cycle to structure financing around the site, sponsor, timeline and next phase of the project.

Miami skyline and waterfront bridge

South Florida Expertise

Miami-based market knowledge across waterfront, infill and development sites in South Florida and select markets.

Direct Private Capital

As a direct private lender, Vaster can evaluate opportunities, structure terms and make lending decisions without relying on a third-party capital source.

Development-Cycle Perspective

Experience financing land and pre-development opportunities with an understanding of the path from acquisition and entitlement through construction and eventual exit.

Proven Transaction Experience

A track record of financing complex, high-value real estate transactions across land, residential development and other transitional real estate opportunities.

Featured Land & Pre-Development Transactions

Demonstrating experience financing development sites and land before vertical construction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a land and pre-development loan?

A land and pre-development loan is short-term, business-purpose financing secured by real estate before vertical construction begins. It may be used to acquire or refinance land, combine parcels, recapitalize equity or carry a site while plans and approvals advance.

What type of land and development sites does Vaster consider?

Vaster evaluates residential development sites, waterfront and infill parcels, assemblages, and select mixed-use or commercial development sites in South Florida and select markets. Every transaction is reviewed individually.

What loan amounts, leverage, and terms are available?

Vaster offers loans up to $50 million. Land financing is generally available up to 50%–55% LTV depending on the property, sponsor, market and business plan. Terms typically range from 12 to 18 months and are interest-only. All terms are subject to underwriting, credit and collateral approval.

Can a land loan transition into a construction loan?

Yes. When a project becomes construction-ready, Vaster can evaluate a separate construction loan based on final plans, permits, budget, sponsor equity, contractor, timeline and exit strategy. Approval is not automatic.

How quickly can Vaster close a land loan?

Vaster can close in as little as 10 business days after receiving a complete application and supporting documents. Timing varies based on title, appraisal, environmental review, transaction complexity and other required diligence.

Let’s move your opportunity forward

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Share the transaction details with our team and we’ll determine whether Vaster can provide a financing structure that fits the opportunity.

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