We can all agree that life is better on the water, especially if you're talking about building a custom home by the beach. But, as you might guess, building a sound home closer to the damp, salty elements can be a bit more of a challenge if you don't know what you're getting into. Below are just a few things to consider when building by the water.
It's no secret. Spring is in the air and as the azaleas begin to show their faces, house hunters are popping out of the woodwork too. Traditionally, spring is the best time to put your house on the market. According to The Huffington Post, homes sold during the first half of May were purchased at about one percent more the average listing and sold 18.5 days more quickly. So, if you're thinking about upgrading to a bigger and better custom home, now is the time to get going on flipping your current property for the highest return on your renovations.
Need a little help figuring out what renovations to do to sell your property for a maximum price with a minimal budget? Follow these steps...
A lot of trust goes into choosing the right builder for your new home (and even for renovations). Most people will only build one house in their lifetime. It's a really big deal. So don't make small of it. Building a home may be the most expensive thing you ever buy but if you build your home with the right team of craftsmen, it'll also be the most rewarding gift you've ever gifted yourself. Follow these steps to be sure you choose the right builder for you:
Kitchens are still one of the most commonly renovated rooms in the home. And soon every nook and cranny of your kitchen will be filled to the brim with food and family. It's that time of year! Looking to make changes to the most-used room in your home? View our top kitchen trends of the year to find out how you can build a kitchen to be thankful for.
Fall has arrived and the draft of cooler winter air could be just a couple months from creeping into your home if you're not prepared. No one wants to wear their triple-fat down coat indoors to save money on winter electric bills and no one wants to receive a bill from Duke-Progress Energy that's triple what it was during the Fall either. So what can you do now to reduce your energy bill while keeping the winter draft outdoors? Take a look around your home to see what energy saving home updates might just benefit you and your family this season.
