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Controlling Allowances
Strict allowance policies benefit homeowners as much as builders.
Why do builders prefer that homeowners choose every item that will go into the house before they break ground? It’s not just for the builder’s convenience. Any later choice may end up being made when the homeowners are feeling a lot of construction stress. Decisions made under stress raise the chance of buyer remorse.
So Many Regulations
Builders need to navigate a maze of government regulations, but homeowners can help
A successful building process is a predictable one, with no unpleasant surprises. Predictability comes from good planning, as well-planned projects tend to stay on budget and on schedule. Good planning includes making sure the home will meet all code and zoning requirements.
Can You Finish My Home By…?
Understanding the variables that impact the schedule
Many clients approach a builder with an idea about how long it should take to finish their new home. Some underestimate the time the project will require, and others expect it to take a lot longer.
Will Your Custom Home Offer These Benefits?
Five questions to ask for your future health and comfort
Along with great design and quality construction, most homebuyers want their new home to provide a healthy, comfortable environment and lower energy bills. They want a builder who can ensure those benefits, but many don’t know what questions to ask.
How Much Will It Cost?
Home pricing is a complex subject. Here’s how we answer the most common question.
One question we get a lot is “What’s the per-square-foot cost of your homes?” Some potential clients come with numbers they found on the internet.
Better than Remodeling
Is it better to build a new home or remodel an older one?
No one will be surprised to hear us argue that building a new home is a better choice than remodeling, just as a remodeling contractor would argue the opposite.
So, with our professional bias disclosed, here are some objective reasons why we believe buying a new home provides greater benefits than remodeling.
How to Check References
Some tips for getting the most from this important step
Most builders are happy to provide a list of people for whom they have recently built homes. They encourage prospective clients to call these references and ask about their experience and level of satisfaction.