When it comes time to purchase your first home, you have a big decision to make. The question of whether or not you would like to build a new home or buy a previously built home must be answered. While there are of course pros and cons to each choice, the option to build a…
Dating back to the 1600s, American colonial architecture is believed to have originated during the colonial period of the United States of America. With the extensive British colonial rule in America, it is no surprise that American colonial style homes borrow heavily from English colonial architecture. Today, American colonial-style homes are prevalent across the…
Everyone has a dream home, whether they know it or not. Some of us may have consciously thought of what constitutes our dream home. Others may not have consciously thought about it, but they may remember a home they had seen which struck them as absolutely perfect and livable for themselves and their families. Why…
Buying a home can be an exciting prospect, but it can also be overwhelming as you will have many decisions to make as you try to figure out what type of home will be best for you and your family. While you have likely already compared the benefits of purchasing a new or existing home,…
When it comes to selecting the best home builder for your custom dream home, we have two considerations you may want to entertain. Clear Communication about Quotes and Costs Costs are the number one point of confusion and contention between homeowners and their builders. It’s important to find a builder who can give you a…
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Once you decide that you are ready to purchase a home, one of the first things you will need to decide is whether a “used” home or new construction home is right for you. New homes can offer a variety of options for prospective buyers looking to get the most bang for their buck, which…
The Mediterranean style takes inspiration from several different regions, mostly of Italy, France, and Spain and so the décor options are endless. The main feature in this type of home is warmth. The colors are usually earth tones and warm wood colors and while the most popular accents come from wrought iron, they curl and…
Bathrooms have a come a long way in recent years, both in size and style. Today’s bathrooms are often as large as an average-sized bedroom — perhaps even larger, and they have as much style and décor as any other room in the home. In fact, many home buyers will turn away from a prospective…
One of the most iconic home styles in America is the stately and majestic New England colonial. With its two stories, boxy appearance, and second floor dormers, owners of these homes enjoy the classic lines of these homes, coupled with unique details stemming from their European ancestry. Some colonial style homes also pay homage to…
