Part of the final phase of building a new home is to go over your "punch list." A punch list is a list created at the end of construction that shows what needs to still be done or what needs to be repaired on the new construction. The homebuyer and the contractor create this list. |
Buying new home construction is a little different than buying a resale home. Here are three important factors to keep in mind. |
Not all new home builders' incentives are created equal. Here's how to tell what's worth it and what's not. |
Knowing how to handle disputes with your home builder can help ensure problems don't result in costly delays. |
Building your own home can be exciting, but it can also be challenging. The following ten tips can help make sure it goes smoothly. |
If you are in the market for a home, you may be looking into new construction. But in new home construction, as with any construction project, problems can occur. Construction delays are the most common setback, but other problems, such as unreliable developers, can complicate the process, too. Use this checklist to help you cover the bases. |
If you're on the market for a home, you may be asking yourself whether you should build your own home or buy a resale home. If you are looking to buy a home, it's a big decision. The answer depends on what is important to you. |
It's important that you prepare by doing some research and engaging in preconstruction evaluation, asking questions and making sure you get all the answers you need. Use this checklist to help you cover the bases. |
There are pros and cons of arranging mortgage financing for new home construction through your builder's affiliated lender. |
Construction loans differ slightly from regular mortgages. To help you understand those differences, we've listed the answers to your most common questions. |
