Construction Loan To Perm Transition Calculator

C-to-P transition has math. This calculator models.

Construction loan balance

Construction rate %

Perm loan amount

Perm rate %

Exit fee %

Annual rate savings

$300,000

Closing cost (exit + new)

$292,500

Payback months

11.7

How the math works

Savings = balance × (construction rate − perm rate). Closing = exit fee + new loan closing (~1.5%). Payback in months.

$15M at 9% to $14.5M at 7%: $300k/yr savings. $75k exit + $218k new closing = $293k total. Payback 11.7 months. Solid transition — worth doing quickly.

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How this calculator works

What this page estimates

This Construction Loan To Perm Transition Calculator is built to give a quick, browser-based estimate for construction loan to perm transition. C-to-P transition has math. This calculator models. The inputs stay on the page during normal use, and the result should be treated as an estimate for planning, comparison, or education rather than professional advice.

Calculation approach

The calculator applies the standard relationship implied by the inputs, then formats the answer so it can be checked and reused. For finance tools, the most important step is using consistent units, rates, time periods, and assumptions before comparing the result with another calculator or outside quote.

Example workflow

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Best use

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How to Use

Enter construction loan balance.
Enter construction rate %.
Enter perm loan amount.
Enter perm rate %.
Enter exit fee %.
Read rate savings and closing cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

C-to-P structures?

Single-close: one set of closing costs, converts automatically at stabilization. Two-close: construction loan + separate perm — more flexibility, more cost. Single-close convenient; two-close often better terms on perm.

Stabilization triggers?

Minimum occupancy (90%+ typical). Minimum DSCR (1.20+). Debt yield threshold. Certificate of occupancy. Rent commencement. Operating history (3-6 months). Must meet all to convert — failure: construction loan extends, then default risk.

Mini-perm?

3-5 year term bridging construction and long-term permanent. Typical after conversion. Allows stabilization before committing to 10+ year perm. Slightly higher rate than perm; lower than construction. Flexibility at modest cost.