Use this custom home building checklist, and start your research by reading our site. Also download our free 98 page guide at the top right of this page. The information on this site is provided to help first time home builders get the home they want, and avoid construction pitfalls. Custom Home Building Checklist: Concept…
This article will show you how to save thousands when you build your new home. The ideas here can save you $50K to $150K on financing alone. When used in conjunction with other ideas presented here, to keep the initial costs low, you could conceivably save $200K or more. How to Save Thousands When You…
Before deciding to build a home, the main question on everyone’s mind is, “How much does it cost to build a home?” It’s a question that demands an answer, because in order to make a purchasing decision, one first has to ask how much it will cost! The answer evades a straight forward general answer…
Many people have questions regarding modular homes vs manufactured homes. Most people who don’t know the differences between the two. This can lead to confusion when it comes time to decide what type of home to purchase. When comparing modular homes vs manufactured homes, it’s important to know what each type of home has to…
When deciding to build your own home the very first step you must undertake is acquiring the financing. Very few people have the kind of funds needed to start a construction project of such scale. Banks will make sure that you meet certain construction loan requirements before they will go forward with the loan. Construction…
When you decide to build a new home you will need to interview home builders. Here are some basic questions to ask a home builder to get you started. Please add your own as well. Starter questions to ask a home builder include: How long have you been in business building new homes? If a…
Of all the different types of construction businesses, custom home building is one of the most creatively rewarding. While each classification of home builders have their challenges and rewards, custom home builders have more opportunities to create unique and exciting new structures, based on their client’s unique needs and desires. The custom home building industry…
Obtaining a home building construction loan is vastly different from obtaining a standard home mortgage. You see home building construction loans are often tailor made to suit the situation. As a matter of fact, home building construction loans are often called story loans, because the loan officer listens to your story, and then writes the…
No other industry, other than perhaps the clothing industry, has such variation in price and quality than the modular home building industry. There are excellent deals out there on modular homes if you shop around, however if you do not educate yourself you can waste a lot of money buying a modular home. Price does…
Average new home construction cost per square foot varies by state, and ranges from $75 to $130 per square foot. Homes in the Southeastern and Midwestern states cost much less than homes in California, Hawaii and the Northeastern states. In addition building cost averages vary from city to city and are different in rural areas…