Exhibit A — full diligence checklist. File complete before capital moves.
A-01USPAP & FIRREA compliant appraisal — ordered through approved vendor
A-02Tri-merged credit report — minimum FICO score of 679
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 7 completed projects of similar scope within the past 36 months. Settlement statements required.
A-09Written exit strategy — acceptable explanation of how borrower will exit before loan maturity
A-10Rent roll and lease agreements if property is or will be rented
A-11Completed FCI ACH form
A-12Certificate of Occupancy — required upon completion as new construction
A-13Letter of explanation for use of cash at closing
A-14Letter of explanation for any derogatory credit in the past 24 months
A-15AML — Certification of Beneficial Owners of Legal Entity (if entity borrower)
A-16Detailed construction budget with proposed draw schedule, materials description, and bids if available
A-17Plot plan and permits — if available at time of submission
A-18Septic and well permit — required if applicable to subject property
A-19Blueprints and architectural plans
A-20General Contractor information — name, contract, license, and resume
A-21Zoning classification and architectural requirements
A-22Utility services availability verification