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Modern Farmhouse in Huntington, TX – Stick Build on 20 Acres

Loan Closed: May 2025
Location: Huntington, Texas


A Veteran’s Vision: Building a Modern Farmhouse with a VA Construction Loan

On 20 acres in rural Huntington, TX, a Veteran is building a 2,500 sq ft modern farmhouse with a VA One-Time Close Construction Loan. The Veteran already owned the land, so construction and the permanent mortgage are in one loan with one closing.


Project Snapshot

  • Loan Type: VA One-Time Close Construction Loan

  • Land Ownership: Already owned

  • Loan Funded: May 2025

  • Down Payment: $0 (VA entitlement benefit used)

  • Home Size: 2,500 sq ft – 3 bed / 2.5 bath

  • Lot Size: 20 acres

  • Special Features: Oversized garage, large open-concept living area

  • Design Focus: Modern Farmhouse with casual elegance and functional flow


Why This Build Matters

This project shows that VA construction loans can be used for fully customized homes, not just basic builds, with $0 down on loans up to $1 million. Features like the oversized garage and open living area are part of the plans the lender and appraiser review before closing.

The builder is paid in draws as each construction milestone is inspected, and the Veteran makes no payments during the build.

How Your Loan Is FiguredLot, build, reserve, fees and paymentVA Construction Loans by StateBuilding rules and tax relief where you’ll buildProcess & TimelineFrom pre-approval to move-in

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