Choosing the right lender can make or break a development project. A lender might offer what appear to be attractive terms, but if they can’t move fast enough or adapt to challenges - especially during construction - they can cost you more in the long run. Whether you’re looking for land acquisition finance, a construction loan or residual stock funding, asking the right questions before signing on the dotted line is crucial, according to Lambert Capital Founder and Director Mark Greenberg . Beyond interest rates, developers need to scrutinise a lender’s operational speed, funding flexibility, and decision-making processes – both in the approval stage and during the construction phase. “Developers operate in a pressure cooker,” Mr Greenberg said. “One missed deadline or funding bottleneck, and an entire project can be at risk.” These are the key questions you should ask to secure a lending partner who delivers, not delays.