Tips and Tools for Building Your Custom Home
How Much to Build a Custom Home in Las Vegas?
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Why Custom Home Technology Is a Wise Investment
Seattle, WA An amazing group of builders from across the nation attended the semi-annual fall Builder 20 meeting high above Seattle Washington last month. Thank you to Owen Roberts and [...]
Custom Home Maintenance
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The Importance of Custom Home Framing
Building Success 101 Q: How much energy will a high-efficiency HVAC system save? A: That depends on the home’s energy detailing. These details include properly sealing the ductwork, eliminating [...]
Hidden Benefits of Building a New Custom Home
The advantages of a new home go beyond the obvious. The allure of a new home fires the imagination and ignites the spirit. We’ve all dreamed of living in a home with our version of the perfect gourmet kitchen, a beautifully appointed office, and a luxurious master suite. Having everything just the way you envision it is reason enough for most people to consider a new home over an existing property.
Controlling Custom Home Project Costs
NAHB Builder 20 Group Spring Meeting in Lake Tahoe In Las Vegas we have been experiencing an unusual spring this year. We’ve been enduring cool temperatures ranging in the [...]
Custom Home Price Reality Check
Consulting with a builder before drawing the plans will save expense and headaches. Most custom builders have had clients show up at their office with a set of finished plans that, in reality, will cost 25% to 30% more than the clients’ target budget. Fortunately, this problem is easily avoided. Working with the builder on a pre-budget can eliminate unpleasant surprises and help the clients get the home they want at a price they can manage.
Controlling Custom Home Allowances
Strict allowance policies benefit homeowners as much as builders. Why does the Merlin Custom Home Builders team and other builders prefer that the homeowners choose every single item that will go into the house before they break ground? It’s not just for the builder’s convenience. A choice postponed may end up being made at a time when the homeowners are feeling a lot of construction stress. Decisions made under stress raise the chance of buyer’s remorse.