Exhibit A — full diligence checklist. File must be complete before capital moves.
A-01USPAP & FIRREA compliant appraisal — ordered through approved vendor
A-02Tri-merged credit report — minimum FICO score of 700
A-03Satisfactory title report
A-04Government-issued identification — Driver's License and Social Security Card
A-05Entity documents if entity is designated as borrower
A-06Bank statements — 2 most recent months
A-07Satisfactory insurance policy meeting all program guidelines
A-08Verifiable track record — minimum 6 projects of similar scope completed within the past 36 months. Settlement statements required.
A-09Written exit strategy — acceptable explanation of how borrower will exit before loan maturity
A-10Completed FCI ACH form
A-11Certificate of Occupancy — required as new construction upon completion
A-12Letter of explanation for use of cash at closing
A-13Letter of explanation for any derogatory credit in the past 24 months
A-14AML — Certification of Beneficial Owners of Legal Entity (if entity borrower)
A-15Detailed construction budget with proposed draw schedule, materials description, and bids if available
A-16Plot plan and permits — if available at time of submission
A-17Blueprints and architectural plans
A-18General Contractor information — name, contract, license, and resume
A-19Zoning classification and architectural requirements
A-20Utility services availability verification