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Who You Gonna Trust?
This is an important question for everyone, including your builder
Common knowledge says to be skeptical when searching for a builder. That’s good advice: skepticism is wise at the beginning of your search, just like when looking for a surgeon, car dealer or other service provider. But the ultimate goal is to find someone you can trust and collaborate with.
Pretty Good Isn’t Excellent
Companies built for production work aren’t built for perfect work
On the surface, it’s easy to describe the difference between production and custom builders. The production builder follows the same basic home plans over and over, while the custom builder creates a unique home for each client.
Solving the Price Puzzle
Custom home pricing is a complex subject. Here is a way to think about it.
How much do cars cost? The obvious answer is that it depends. You’ll pay way more for a Tesla Model S than for a Toyota Camry. That’s no surprise to anyone.
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.