The time it takes to build your home is essential to keeping your house’s final cost in check. The longer it takes to build a custom home, the greater the cost of the build. However, keeping your new home construction on schedule is likely the second most difficult task to manage within the house construction […]
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Building your own house is a lengthy process that requires careful planning and close attention to detail. It also demands that the right building system for your home is selected in the early stages of the design process. And, for those just starting out in the home design and construction industry, it may be surprising […]
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When I look back at the first time I went to renovate my house, I can’t help but think about how I had no idea where to begin. I had spent years saving and finally had enough money to make that big step. But there were so many things I wanted to do: I had […]
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Think about your phone. Imagine you run the manufacturing company that made the phone. Imagine your company is going to create a new phone and sell millions of these phones to people all over the world. So before making millions of these phones, you’re probably going to make just one to ensure it works flawlessly. […]
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How much is your project going to cost? Sometimes it’s a chicken or egg problem: How do you know you can get what you want for your budget? Is your budget enough? What should or shouldn’t be included in your budget? Many homeowners will try to answer this with the chicken… they get something designed […]
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There exists an unfortunate reality that permeates much of the building industry, especially custom home building, and it’s often not talked about. What is this unfortunate reality? Going over budget. Not just by a little bit, but often by a lot…often even double. Why is it not talked about? When you’re walking your friends through […]
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