Regions Bank has launched a digital borrower portal for its Real Estate Banking clients to streamline construction draw requests, improve collaboration among project stakeholders, and increase transparency across active developments, the company announced Monday.
The portal is powered by Built, a real estate and construction finance platform.
Regions says the modern, cloud-based system connects lenders, investors, inspectors and other stakeholders, helping clients make faster, more informed decisions across commercial real estate, income property finance and affordable housing.
Clients can log into a centralized hub to view project financials, upload invoices and documents, submit draw requests and track funding status in real time—steps that replace manual processes that can delay draws and stall projects.
Key features include:
- Construction administration support: A direct connection among clients, third parties and Regions to expedite funding and provide real-time project and loan information.
- Enhanced project communication: Instant email notifications throughout the project lifecycle, including when draw requests are funded and inspection reports are uploaded, helping manage capital needs and reduce fraud risk.
“At a time when real estate developers face tighter timelines, this portal offers an enhanced customer experience to help projects stay on time and on budget,” said Andy Hussion, head of Regions Real Estate Banking.
“This digital solution provides an enhanced banking experience and aligns with Regions’ strategy of continuous innovation through technology. We are pleased to launch this service, and we look forward to continued opportunities to serve our current clients and welcome prospective clients to Regions’ approach to real estate banking.”
Regions says it is the first bank to launch this portal. The bank previously worked with Built on a similar solution for its homebuilder finance team and served as a design partner to refine functionality for the new platform, including pilot testing, product validation and associate training.
“It’s hard enough for owners and developers to navigate construction, and we want to make the ability to access the capital to fuel their projects and get people paid as easy as possible—without sacrificing prudent risk management,” said Chase Gilbert, chief executive officer of Built. “Regions Bank is showing what that can look like. We’re proud to help power an experience that serves borrowers and strengthens the lender-borrower relationship.”
Early users include Dallas-based Palladium USA, which is employing the portal on the construction of Palladium Buckner Station, a transit-oriented multifamily project slated to open in early 2027.
“As a developer focused on staying ahead in a competitive market, we’re always looking to work with groups that share our commitment to innovation,” said Cody J. Hunt, Executive Director-Finance and Accounting at Palladium.
“Regions has consistently brought forward-thinking solutions to the table, and this new digital portal raises the bar. From day one, the experience was seamless, giving our team the speed, visibility, and control we need to keep projects moving and capital working. We appreciate Regions and Built making it available.”
Sherri Blevins is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at sherri@yellowhammernews.com.
