There is a huge difference between the luxury home building costs, and the costs of other types of construction. Luxury homes can cost over $600 per square foot in California. Even in the southern United States, they are at least $200 to $250 per square foot. The reasons for their price are found in the…
The average cost of upgrades and the amount that most buyers pay for upgrades varies considerably by area and also by the overall value of the home. The average amount customers pay for upgrades depends largely on good pricing strategies among home builders in the area and upon various economic factors such as recession. Upgrades…
What is the home construction costs per square foot for a new home? This old age question seems to always pop up when the talk of building a new home comes up. People love to ask this question and you can’t blame them. Home Construction Cost Per Square Foot But just as no one can…
Nothing is more exciting than home building plans. Planning from the ground up can get a bit tedious, but it is all a labor of love for your future home. Despite all the exciting interior features, lovely countertop and cabinetry upgrades and other exciting distractions, the real goal is to build a durable, affordable and…
Choosing a lot to build on is a very important part of construction. There are many factors to consider. Location is probably the most important part of real estate, so exactly where the lot is located is of utmost importance. Drainage, land and water features are also a major consideration. Ground water plays a role…
When compiling new home building tips the first thing to do is establish priorities. What is the most important aspect? What are your main secondary considerations, and which things are not important to you at all. People have different values and different priorities, and many home builders forget that. Establish what is important to you,…
A home is the largest expenditure most people will ever make. To be aware of the many facets of home building doesn’t take a rocket scientist, but it does take savvy. Common home building questions include how much property will be left on either side of the structure after building, how far back on the…
Building your own home is a wonderful opportunity to express your family’s lifestyle. In architecture, form should follow function as closely as possible. We are all different, with different interests and different styles. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Your family is not generic, so don’t simply paying a contractor to build a generic…
The first question in any new home shopper’s mind is “how much to build a home?” Unfortunately the answer is not a simple one. Once you have a square footage price it’s pretty easy to figure, but square footage price varies. The best way to state the square footage range would be $55 to $315…
Finding and choosing the right new home builder is an extremely important decision you’ll need to make. Here are some tips to help you find a builder and so you can make an informed and smart builder decision. Find a Builder Tips Find a Builder Tip #1: Look for experience and quality in a home…