Tiny Homes
Tiny Homes are still a hot ticket for people looking to downsize their lives and their financial commitments. And now with the ability to buy tiny homes through marketplaces like Amazon it is easier then ever! There are some factors …
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Wetlands 101: The Truth About Building
Wetlands are valuable real estate for anyone living on planet earth. They provide habitat for rare plants and animals, they serve as a natural filter for other water sources, and perhaps the most important purpose to humans is the role …
7 Easy Steps to Hiring a Contractor
Hiring the right contractor is imperative to building your dream home. Unless you’re that rare human who likes to roll up your sleeves and do the job yourself, a contractor will do most of the heavy lifting. This means more …
Land Clearing Basics: Getting Your Land Ready to Build
Land clearing is something most home owners fail to consider, yet it’s a crucial step in the building process. It typically comes after you’ve purchased your raw land but before you bring in the construction crew. While pricing and …
Energy Efficient Homes: 6 Small Ways to Save Big
When it comes to building an energy efficient home, you can do it the easy way or the hard way. The hard way often involves spending money you don’t have on technology you don’t understand. The easy way is, …
Everything You Need to Know About Building in a Flood Zone
Building in a Flood Zone is not for the faint of heart. In a Flood Zone, you and your dream home are sitting ducks for whatever Mother Nature has in store. And flood damage is no joke. Between property …
Property Setbacks: What Are They and Why Do They Matter?
Property setbacks help everyone live comfortably. Consider them the breathing space of a space. If you’ve ever envisioned building your dream home, odds are you never pictured it built right on the property line. That’s because whether you realize …
Subdividing Basics: What You Need to Get Started
Are you looking for a way to increase the value of your land? Then subdividing might be the answer. Whether you want to divide the property among family members or simply turn a profit while unloading a few acres, …
Sloped Land: The Good, The Bad, and The Awesome
Many people avoid purchasing sloped land. They think that other than a good water slide, there’s not much you can do with it. Well, think again. Sloping home sites offer plenty of opportunities. And we hate to burst your …