Looking at single-family houses completed in the United States in 2018, those built for sale had the shortest time to build, at 5.9 months from the time permits were received to the time they were completed. Owner-built homes took the longest to construct, at 11 months. Single-family homes built by hired contractors were the longest, … Read more
Purchasing new construction isn’t as straightforward as looking at a floor plan or model house and signing a contract; there are many technicalities that the builder and lender must address, and if you aren’t sure of the process, you may face delays. Here’s how to buy a newly constructed home in New Jersey.
Building a new construction home may raise several concerns about the costs involved but it gives you the freedom to customize the home to your desired style and individual preferences.
A Minimalist Design Minimalism will never go out of style. It’s a very simple design that offers maximum functionality and clean aesthetics. When you make the decision to engage minimalistic principles in your architecture and interior design, you should first evaluate the number of rooms you need based on the available area. Also, pay attention … Read more
You are likely to spend more money if the building materials are being outsourced from far away from the construction site. The cost of the construction materials impacts the project when estimating the overall cost. This includes the base cost of materials, shipping charges, and any applicable taxes. If the building materials are more expensive … Read more
When considering an existing home the charm of mature neighborhoods and the convenience of a move in ready home may be attractive. But closing costs, ongoing maintenance and potential renovation costs can add up and impact the cost of this option. On the other hand building a new construction or custom home gives you the … Read more
Everything is New The best thing about a new build house is that everything is new and no one else has used anything in the house. This gives you a sense of ownership. You feel that the house, and everything in it, is truly yours, as opposed to when you buy an old house and … Read more