Inputs that matter
A new construction analysis usually starts with land cost, build cost, soft costs, financing, timeline, sale price, and contingency.
- Land acquisition
- Hard and soft costs
- Projected ARV and margin
New construction calculator
New construction calculator methodology for real estate projects.
Estimate the core assumptions behind a new construction deal, then move into Checkmate Property to organize data, reports, comps, and project analysis.
How investors use it
Investors use these assumptions to decide whether a lot or teardown can support the risk, timeline, and capital required.
Next step
Use Checkmate Property to pair the estimate with comps, property records, ownership data, and project storage.
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FAQ
What should a new construction calculator include?
It should include land cost, build cost, permits, soft costs, financing, timeline, expected resale value, selling costs, contingency, and projected profit.
Is this the same as a house flipping calculator?
No. New construction analysis often has different timelines, permit risk, land considerations, and construction assumptions than a typical renovation flip.