Tag: New Construction

Posted on 10/25/2022

Important options to know in your new construction home buying process

The new construction home buying process differs significantly from the buying process for an existing home. However, one thing that remains the same in each case is that no two homes are exactly alike. While it’s common for newer developments to have “cookie cutter” homes with similar layouts, many builders have options for customization. Here is a basic...

Custom Homes

Home Buying

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Posted on 08/23/2022

New house planning: How to get started

If you’re building a new house, planning begins long before you break ground. There are many steps involved, each with the potential for either hindering or enhancing your experience and process. To make sure you’re approaching the home building journey the right way, here is a short guide to the most important planning steps: Compare multiple contractor bids...

Home Plan

House Plan

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Posted on 03/01/2022

Your Quick Guide to New Construction Homes

Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko from Pexels As you're shopping for a home, you may be drawn to new construction homes. The idea of moving into a completely new place ready for you to make your own definitely has its appeal. But you may have some questions about going this route since it can be different from buying an...

Homebuyer

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Posted on 01/04/2022

Benefits of a Slab Foundation in New Construction

Image by Paul Brennan from Pixabay Slab foundations have plenty of benefits, but they also have several issues, many of which depend on the region you're building your home. Here are the important things to consider when it comes to deciding whether a slab foundation is right for you: The Cons of Concrete Slab Foundations Climate is extremely...

Home Construction

Foundation

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Posted on 12/14/2021

The Basics of Designing a Wheelchair Accessible Shower

Photo by Marcus Aurelius via Pexels Approximately 61 million adult Americans have some form of a disability, according to the CDC. That figure equals one out of every four of our community members. Add the fact that the U.S. Census indicates the country is headed for a “gray tsunami” with upwards of 73 million people entering retirement age....

Accessibility

New Construction

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Posted on 08/31/2021

The Accessible Home: 3 Simple Design Elements

Photo by Pixabay via Pexels New construction continues to embrace open floor plans and increased spaciousness in traditionally small rooms. These types of home designs are already on a pathway to making residential properties more accessible to people with mobility limitations. Given that fully accessible homes would only increase the field of potential buyers, making them comply with...

Accessibility

Design

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