Bouwfinanciering (Construction finance)

What is Bouwfinanciering (construction financing)?

"Bouwfinanciering" refers to construction financing in the Netherlands. This is a type of mortgage financing that is used to fund the construction of a new home or renovation of an existing property.

Construction financing in the Netherlands typically involves a series of payments or "draws" made to the borrower over the course of the construction process. These draws are typically made in installments as various stages of construction are completed, and are used to pay for labor, materials, and other construction-related expenses.

Borrowers who are interested in construction financing may need to provide detailed plans and cost estimates for the construction project, as well as demonstrate their ability to repay the mortgage loan. Additionally, lenders may require inspections or appraisals throughout the construction process to ensure that the project is progressing as planned and that the property value is in line with the loan amount.

Once the construction is complete, the construction financing may be converted into a traditional mortgage loan with a set repayment term and interest rate. Alternatively, borrowers may choose to refinance the construction loan with a different lender to obtain more favorable terms.

Overall, construction financing can be a complex and involved process, requiring careful planning and attention to detail. Borrowers who are considering construction financing in the Netherlands should work closely with a knowledgeable mortgage advisor to understand the requirements and options available to them, and to ensure that their construction project is completed successfully and on budget. If you are interested to know further, our advisors are willing to explain it further which fits your situation, or find more info here by verbouwingshypotheek.com (Dutch).

Mortgage terms
Aankoopkosten (Purchase costs)
There are several additional costs associated with the purchase of a house. These one-time costs are called purchase costs.
Afsluitkosten (Closing cost)
"Afsluitkosten" refers to the closing costs associated with taking out a mortgage. These costs include commissions, appraisal fees, notary fees, and fees for applying for a National Mortgage Guarantee (NHG).
Bankgarantie (Bank guarantee)
When buying a house you will be asked for a bank guarantee. The bank guarantee is a guarantee that you, as the buyer of a house, must give to the civil-law notary.
Belastingaftrek (Tax deductions)
The government has various tax measures that are favorable to homeowners with a mortgage.
Betalingstermijn (Term of payment)
The payment term is the periodic term in which you pay the interest, premium and possibly also the repayment.
Boeterente (Penalty interest)
Lenders charge a penalty if the mortgage is repaid earlier than agreed in the mortgage deed, for example when refinancing. With the penalty interest, the lender compensates for the lost income from the mortgage.
Bouwfinanciering (Construction finance)
Construction financing is the way in which you can finance a new building.
Bruto jaarinkomen (Gross annual income)
The gross annual income (or gross annual salary) is the income before deductions. Read what is included in the gross annual salary. We also provide a handy rule of thumb to calculate this.
Bruto maandlast hypotheek (Gross monthly mortgage payment)
Gross means 'without deduction'. The gross monthly payment for a mortgage is the amount that is paid monthly without mortgage interest deduction without tax settlement.
Eigen geld (Own money)
You can use this capital to finance your house. This capital is called equity. Own money offers on the one hand the possibility to borrow less