New Construction Loans

Without the cost of land, do any of you know the cost of new construction on two-to-four unit multi-family buildings. It seems it is wiser to build a two-to-four unit multi-family home versus buying an existing two-to-four unit multi-family home.

How does the Ground Up Spec Builder Construction work?

First time spec home. Problem- can’t seem to get a lender to give a loan. Apparently, I’ve been told I need experience with two new builds, which is rather odd in my book because for three years I was a commercial construction company’s superintendent that has overseen jobs worth 40 million+ dollars in work. Yet, due to these jobs being commercially based and not for personal use, the lender claims I do not have an ideal amount of experience. Have any suggestions?

How much is the going rate to build a single-family home in a descent middle class area. I know the lot value varies.