Building a New Home

Investing in a home is typically the largest investment you will ever make. You’re sure to have many questions while making a decision. Is it cheaper to buy or build a house? If I build – How do I choose the right builder? Where should the rooms be located? Is this still in style? Don’t worry – that’s normal. We’re here to help you make better-informed decisions concerning your dream home. Check out some of our articles below to find some of the answers to your questions!

Must Read Articles About Building a New Home :

The Economics to Build a House vs. Buying a Used Home

Investing in a home is typically the largest investment you will ever make. You're sure to have many questions while making a decision. Is it cheaper to buy or build a house? What’s the cost to build a house for your zip code in 2019? Is your head spinning yet? While these are all valid questions to consider during your house hunt, there are going to be advantages and disadvantages to both sides. It’s important to evaluate your current lifestyle and the goals that your future home will help you achieve.

4 Key Steps to Choosing a Home Builder

Given that your home will reflect your personality, you need to select the right home builder for a customized home design. A well-designed home is considered as the first step towards wellness. Additionally, considering that building a home is a lifetime investment, it’s only fair that you do your due diligence before hiring a contractor. The successful home building process begins with the selection of a quality home builder. By following the steps discussed herein, the selection process will not only be more straightforward but also a success.

Choosing a House Design for Your Future and Family

If you’ve begun to research portfolios and floor plans, it can become overwhelming knowing that the design plays a major role in your future experiences. Where should the rooms be located? How big does the master bathroom need to be? Do you really need those bay windows? These are critical questions to ask yourself when choosing a house design.Before you become too stressed by the process, consider these suggestions to help narrow your decisions when building a house. Remember—this is supposed to be fun!

What to Include in a Modern Floor Plan Design

Here’s the thing: there’s a massive world of difference between “antique” and “outdated.”“Antique” implies something chosen because it was old and tasteful, while “outdated” means something was left in the dust by time.If there’s one thing we don’t want our homes to be, it’s outdated.However, unless you’re constantly reading home design magazines and websites, it’s difficult to stay up on modern trends. Are we still doing shag carpets? Slow down. We’ve got you covered in our helpful guide on what to include in a modern floor plan.

Recent Building a New Home Articles:

Do You Think Your New Home Needs to be Stick Built or Modular?

“Can I afford a stick built home? Maybe I should settle for a modular?” If you think a modular house is your only building option, this article is for you. Building your dream home is one of the biggest financial and emotional investments you will make in your lifetime. Beginning the building process can be a little confusing. To help you make an informed decision based on your personal needs and budget, we will explain the differences between stick built and modular homes. W... [Read More]

8 Things to Do & Mistakes to Avoid When building a New Home

Purchasing a home can seem overwhelming and understanding the process for building a new home, especially for first time home buyers, can appear even more daunting. I recently had a friend share that his daughter was getting married soon and while their preference was to purchase a new home, she and her fiancé did not know the steps to take to have a house constructed. We discussed the need for a simple ‘101’ course on building a new home. That prompted me to share the following: &nb... [Read More]

6 Items to Discuss with Potential Builders

It’s a lot of fun to go on home builder websites such as Houzz, Pinterest, and other home design sites when you’re looking at potential builders. There is also a moment when you’re going to have to make some real decisions about which builder will make your dream home a reality. Your home represents one of the largest investments you will ever make and therefore the selection of a builder is extremely important. When you are narrowing down your search for home builders, you should use t... [Read More]

6 Questions to Ask Your Home Builder Before You Sign the Contract

The amount of information that is given to you when you’re searching for a home builder can become overwhelming. It’s important to ask each builder the right questions when you’re narrowing down your search. This will help you find the builders who are looking out for you and your new home. By asking the questions below, you’ll be able to take your list of potential home builders and narrow it down to a precise list of the builders who best fit your needs. These 6 quick questions should... [Read More]

The Five Biggest Challenges of Site Development Costs

When you build your home, you always want to have a very clear understanding of all of your costs. At Fine Line Homes, we pride ourselves on providing to you Upfront Pricing. There is one item that cannot be pinned down to an exact cost due to the variables involved. I am talking about Site Development Costs. This is basically getting your land prepared to have the home built. The reason you cannot get a true/exact cost is because of the many variables that can come up once the digging has... [Read More]

Does Fine Line Homes Build on the Customer’s Lot?

While Fine Line Homes owns developments with building lots in select areas, we do build on the customers’ lot as well. Over the course of time, my wife and I have had three homes built by Fine Line Homes and in each case it was on land we already owned. By purchasing the lot first, some of the decisions like location were already decided so we could then focus on selecting the builder. Some of the items that need to be confirmed before construction begins include zoning, deed restrictio... [Read More]

6 Ways to Know If a Home Builder is a Good Fit

Builders are like people with different personalities, strengths and weaknesses. Understanding the builder’s philosophy and building practices before you purchase a new home will give you the ultimate new home experience and may help you avoid a strained relationship later if the builder is not a fit for you. Here are six things to consider when selecting a builder: 1. The Size of the Builder Smaller builders typically build several homes a year. They can give personal service an... [Read More]

What Does it Cost to Build a Home?

We are frequently asked what is the cost of a new home? There are two ways to purchase a new home. You can buy a move-in ready home where the home is already built on a lot and you move into the home once the purchase is finalized at settlement. The price for a move-in ready home includes the cost of construction, lot and site development. You would have some decorating cost such as window treatments but it is pretty much a total cost. The other scenario in purchasing a new home is to ... [Read More]

Addressing Radon & Cancer Risks When Building Your New Home

[caption id="attachment_6331" align="alignright" width="213"] Basement and foundation materials may differ based on the region where your home is built.[/caption] Radon is an odorless gas that occurs naturally in the soil from the normal decay of uranium and radium. It enters the home through the basement. Extended exposure to high levels of radon, according to the US Surgeon General, is the second leading cause of lung cancer. The good news, there are things you can do to greatly r... [Read More]

Tips for Designing Your Home

One of the joys of the home design phase is discovering new amenities that will make the home "just right." We offer 5 things to consider to get the home that's "just right" for you! Like picking a university or falling in love and deciding to marry, choosing to build a new home can be one of life's most rewarding and stressful experiences. The house plan--your dream on paper--becomes the manuscript which weaves together the various people (developer, builder, sub-contractors, lender,... [Read More]