Front Money


Definition of "Front money"

Kevin Heinbuch
  Kevin Heinbuch Team

The amount of money a developer must directly invest in order to obtain a development loan. It pays for the initial development cost including costs for items such as architectural plans, surveys, permits, legal fees, and engineering studies.


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