There are many hidden costs building a house, including upgrades, utility hookups and interest. We will start at the beginning with a walkthrough of hidden costs throughout the process. The upgrade process alone is a minefield of added expenses, but that is only the beginning. Hidden Costs Building a House: Upgrades There is a lot…
How to determine your home building budget depends on many factors. Factors that most people don’t understand. But before one plank of wood can be nailed or any concrete can be poured, a budget must be created. Now before we get into detail on this be sure to download the free new home Steps Guide…
The requirements for new construction home loans have changed over the years and are in a continual state of change. They may also vary by area and individual banking institution. Below are common questions regarding requirement for new construction home loans I often get asked. Requirements for New Construction Home Loans Top Questions Requirements for…
At first glance, the average home building cost per square foot seems extremely high. People who do a lot of home improvement jobs are usually the first ones to question, because they know the cost of materials. The fact is that the materials are about 25-33 percent of the cost of a house. Labor is…
Custom home building is one of the most exciting undertakings one can take. Home builders work with architects to create your dream home, just as you have always pictured it. Of course there are challenges and pitfalls all along the way, but for a price, a skilled custom home building builder can build the house…
When gathering estimates on a contractor building a home for you, it is important to consider much more than price. The estimate collecting process should be the culmination of about a year’s worth of research. During the research period you should collect information on construction methods, materials and techniques. Be sure to learn all you…
Our energy efficient home building tips will help keep electric and fuel bills low. Saving money on utilities, makes those mortgage payments easier by keeping the other bills to a minimum. In essence the house is paying back a bit of its cost each month. The utility bills for inefficient homes can range from $300…
When building a green home, you must first decide which of the green building ideals you wish to embody in your house. Many but not all ideals may be incorporated into the same home. Green is a set of ideologies which often conflict but are generally considered to be kinder to the planet, and provide…
Use this building a home checklist to make sure you are aware of all the options. There are many things first time home builders need to study in order to insure they have considered all the possibilities. It is absolutely vital that you read up on a variety of related topics so that you get…
The Pollution Free Home Building Checklists below is designed to keep your home plans green, efficient and pollution free. Learn about new innovations which will keep your home paying for itself over the years. Build a home that can help pay its own payments, in saved utilities and even income with the solutions below. Planning…