Spec Home · Build to Sell
Build To Sell Spec Home Calculator: Purchase, Teardown, Build, Sell, Profit
Estimate your cash to close, holding costs, and profit potential on a spec home you plan to acquire, tear down, and build — all with the same loan.
Built by Jim Blackburn · NMLS #1072866 · $500M+ closed · 7× Scotsman Guide Top Producer
Costs
Estimate all labor and material costs.
Permits, architectural, and engineering fees.
25% is the minimum down; this reduces the loan dollar-for-dollar.
Sale & Timeline
Estimate with sold comps in the last 6 months.
~6% with a Realtor, ~3% if you are one; 2% for seller costs.
Carry & Financing
Estimated permanent rate after the interest-only construction period.
Summary
Costs & Financing
Holding & Exit
Profit
Estimates only — not a commitment to lend.
By Jim Blackburn
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This calculator is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Results are based on general assumptions and hypothetical scenarios and may not reflect actual performance or eligibility. This is not a loan approval or loan estimate. All borrowers must qualify for financing based on credit, income, asset documentation, and property-specific guidelines. Please consult a licensed mortgage professional or financial advisor before making any financial decisions.