Generally contractors are required. Licensed borrowers may perform work themselves on eligible investment properties under the Luminate Bank Interim Renovation Loan.
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Can I Do the Work Myself?
Generally, renovations must be completed by qualified contractors. However, the program permits licensed borrowers to perform work themselves on eligible investment properties.
Under the Luminate Bank Interim Renovation Loan, renovations are generally completed by qualified contractors. The program’s standard structure assumes one general contractor, escrowed renovation funds, and inspection-based draws.
There is a limited exception: licensed borrowers may perform work themselves on eligible investment properties. That DIY path is not the default for primary residences or second homes — those files typically require a qualified contractor team.
Ryan and Steve will confirm whether your license, occupancy, and scope meet the DIY exception before you structure the interim loan around self-performed work.
Occupancy and licensing determine whether self-performed work can be part of the file.
Related Luminate Bank Interim Renovation Loan guides and renovation programs to compare before you apply.
Ryan & Steve will confirm whether your license, investment occupancy, and scope fit the DIY exception on the Luminate Bank Interim Renovation Loan.
All loans are subject to credit and property approval. Luminate Bank Interim Renovation Loan program guidelines, LTV limits, loan amounts, and pricing are subject to change without notice and may not be available in all areas. This is not an offer to enter into an agreement. Information is for educational purposes only and is not a commitment to lend.