Archive for the ‘Getting Started’ Category

What Buyers Want Now – Most Requested Features In A House Design

April 29, 2010   No Comments

With the downturn in the economy, the housing moarket truly has suffered from the very start. But, as time passes, there are small signs that life in the housing market is turning around. And with that, so is the attitude of home buyers. What’s important to home buyers now? Well, when the financial climate changes, [...]

What Is Green Building Anyway?

February 2, 2010   4 Comments

by Jeremy Friedman

The green movement is sweeping the country. You can’t pick up a magazine or turn on the T.V. without finding the latest facts and tips for living the “green way.” It’s discussed in trade journals, newspapers, and commercials and home building is one area that is no exception. While many people are becoming [...]

10 Steps To Building Your Dream Home And Living A Better Life!

January 7, 2010   1 Comment

1. Determine Needs
Almost everyone can envision the perfect home. Maybe you love the clean, simple lines and prestigious feel of colonial house plans. Or perhaps you are attracted to the steep rooflines and rustic flair that characterize country French house plans. Whatever style – or combination of styles – defines your dream home, it’s important [...]

What to Know About Building Codes

March 18, 2009   1 Comment

Building a dream home involves many new and exciting challenges that often require extensive planning and research. Homeowners usually begin the process by spending countless hours searching for the perfect home plan and location that fits their lifestyle and needs, followed by interviewing several contractors for home construction. Decisions then must be made about every [...]

Customizing Your New Home

March 6, 2009   No Comments

Most people dream for the day when they can finally build a home for themselves and their family. Most likely they already have an idea in their minds of what the perfect home would be like, down to the number of bathrooms, number of bedrooms and style of home. But after months of searching for [...]

How Energy Efficiency Results in Tax Breaks

January 30, 2009   No Comments

Making certain upgrades to your home may just save you money! The nation’s tax system has several money saving opportunities available for those homeowners seeking to make their homes more energy efficient. Although the tax system is very complex and often overwhelming for many consumers, it is worth the time and effort to check out [...]

The Popular One-Story Home

January 16, 2009   No Comments

Today’s homes are designed in a variety of shapes and sizes to fit every family’s lifestyle and needs. What is one person’s dream abode may not be suited for another. Therefore, it’s important to put in the extra time and effort to search for the perfect home that you’ll love a lifetime. Keeping that in [...]

Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Building Your Dream Home

December 19, 2008   No Comments

Many people spend years pouring their money into renting a house or apartment that doesn’t fit their needs. When the opportunity to buy a home finally arrives, chances are they have an idea of what style and features they desire. But after spending countless hours or even months searching for the perfect home to purchase, [...]

Different Floor Plans

November 10, 2008   No Comments

Choosing a floor plan that is both functional and stylish for the family can be a difficult task. In fact, nearly hundreds of options are available on the market today in a number of different styles. Becoming familiar with a few of the basic floor options will help make the search for your dream home [...]

Open Up And Say “Ahh”: Open Floor Plans

October 17, 2008   No Comments

Many homeowners are taking steps to make the most of their space with more natural light and openness. By creating and incorporating open floor plans, homeowners have the ability to maintain a connection with their guests or family while preparing dinner in the kitchen or caring for the children in the living room. An open [...]