What Does An Empty Nester Want in a New Custom Home

October 5, 2022
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custom homeYou have raised self-sufficient kids and now they have left the nest. Bravo! Parenting can be difficult. After years of being focused on your children, now it is your turn to follow your dreams. There are many exciting opportunities in this empty nester phase of your life. It’s the ideal time to downsize and build a new custom home that suits your lifestyle and your changing needs.

Here are some ideas for empty nesters looking to build their dream custom homes.

First Floor Living

According to 55+ Housing Council of the National Association for Home Builders, 64% of baby boomers prefer single-level living. Ranch homes are preferred by downsizing families. However, stylish two-story homes with a bedroom on the first floor are also in high demand.

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Everything You Need to Know About Ranch Homes

October 3, 2022
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ranch homesIt is possible to add “ranch homes” to the common phrase “as American-as baseball and apple pie.” The new phrase would have a different ring, however. The ranch-style, one-story ranch-style house was first built in the 1930s. It has a simple, open layout and is low to the ground. Ranch homes started to appear all over the United States during the 1950s, but it was only after the post-World War II economic boom.

The ranch house was a family home that offered both a comfortable lifestyle and likability. It had bedroom wings that extended into the yards and courtyards and patios that mingled with the interior spaces. 

In the 1970s, land prices rose and people wanted more space and larger living spaces. Multi-story homes became the norm. The sprawling ranch was soon out of fashion for decades.

You’ll see ranch homes as the “it thing” again if you fast forward to the present.

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How To Finance Your New Custom Home

September 29, 2022
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custom homeIt is an exciting adventure to build a custom home for yourself, but there are many things you need to know. How do we begin? Which person should we choose? What about the cost?

Your biggest investment in life will be a new home. Before excavations begin, you need to determine what you can afford to pay and how you will finance the new home construction.

Let’s talk about how to get started working with a lender, and what types of loans are available for homeowners.

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TIPS FOR DESIGNING AND BUILDING YOUR CUSTOM HOME

September 27, 2022
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custom homeA lot of people dream about building and designing their custom home from the ground up. The house may be for retirement or for raising a family. Either way, a plan will make all the difference in making your dream home a reality.

However, building a home from scratch is not an easy job. When you find the site, the process is much more likely to take at least one more year and will involve at least an architect, a custom home builder, an engineer, and even specialized designers for the bathroom, kitchen, as well as other elements.

Choosing an Architect

In many cases, the most suitable place, to begin with, is an architect who will design your home and come up with blueprints that you can use to get bids from a custom home builder Myrtle Beach.

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CUSTOM HOME CONSTRUCTION NIGHTMARES YOU NEED TO AVOID

September 13, 2022
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custom homeBuilding your own custom home or starting a renovation could be risky. You have to know the many different risks, anticipate, plan, as well as solve them. You need to know the things that tend to go wrong on a custom home building or renovation project and look for possible solutions.

Wrong Custom Orders

You have ordered the wrong custom material. Perhaps it was cut incorrectly or there was an unexpected flaw, that you cannot install as is.

Before you begin the project, you and your builder have made construction specifications. The construction specification is made to detail the materials that need to be ordered for the job. Check the project specifications with the custom order’s copy that was placed by the contractor with the supplier.

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When Is The Best Time To Build A Custom Home?

September 7, 2022
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Custom homeWhen is the best time for building a custom home? It was always spring or summer, as that is when most people start building houses. Depending on your goals, spring or summer is the best time to start. Fall, and very rarely winter, are better times to get started. Depending on your goals, this could be a good time to start.

You might think about starting your home in winter if you live in an area with a mild winter. Winter isn’t the best time to build. While it is possible to build in very cold temperatures, and even snow, these special preparations can increase new home construction costs and time. In most cases, it is not a good idea to start construction in winter.

Let’s discuss briefly whether construction should be started in the spring, summer or fall.

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Do I Build a Custom Home Now or Wait?

August 24, 2022
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custom homeYou have been planning to build your dream custom home for many years. You may be wondering if it is worth waiting to build your house due to the high prices for building materials and the cooling real estate market. You may think that now is not the right time even if it is.

These are important concerns. Although you may need to wait for some reasons, most of our clients believe that building a home by 2022 is the best option. Here are some indicators to help you make a decision if you are still unsure.

Is it a good time to build a custom home? Yes! Here’s why:

It may seem that you should wait before building a home. However, the market does not always work as you expect. Even though the market may not be ideal, it might still be possible to build a home now due to timing and other personal considerations. These are just a few reasons why you should start as soon as possible.

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Custom Home Plans For Accessible Living

August 2, 2022
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custom homeMany homebuyers place accessibility first. Standard homes lack many of the features that make them easy to live in and comfortable for those with disabilities. You can choose the features that are most important to you when you build your custom home. You can choose the features, fixtures, or finishes that you want.

Looking For A Custom Home Builder

You should look for a builder who offers customizable floor plans and flexible designs if you are looking to buy an American with Disabilities Act (ADA-compliant) home.

Dawol Homes offers thoughtfully designed floorplans that maximize every square foot. This means there are fewer hallways and more movement in each room. Each floor plan can be customized to include the features you desire.

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Is A Custom Home Worth Buying?

July 29, 2022
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custom homeBuyers who are looking to build their dream home can choose a custom home. This home will have a floor plan that suits their needs, as well as all the amenities they want.

However, custom homes can come with additional costs. Now it is time to decide if building a custom-built home is worth the additional time and expense.

Deciding the type of home that you want is the most important decision you will make. This decision comes right after you have made the decision to purchase a home rather than rent. There are two main types of homes that you can build: custom and production homes.

The home builder will usually work with the buyer to create a floorplan for the custom home. The builder usually owns the land before construction begins. Production homes are often built as part of larger communities. Although there are a variety of floorplans available, these plans don’t offer the same customization options as custom homes.

Is a custom-built home worth the effort and extra money? Should you consider buying a custom home?

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AVERAGE COST CUSTOM HOME BUILDING IN 2022 PART 2

July 22, 2022
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custom homeThere are many factors that can impact the cost of building a custom home or buying an existing one. If you missed the first part of this post, you can check it here. 

Size

The square footage of a house has an impact on its price. Homes of greater square footage are more expensive than homes of smaller sizes.

Number of bedrooms

Design and size also have an impact on the cost of a new home. The cost of a home with more bedrooms is generally higher.

Levels

Any additional levels added to a home will result in a higher overall cost. Labor and materials typically cost $13 per square feet to frame a one-story home, and $22 for a two story custom home in Myrtle Beach.

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