Spec Homes and Pre-Sale Homes: The Relative Benefits for a Spec Builder

In the world of new home construction, there are important differences between home types, and knowing those differences (and what they entail) is important when traversing new home building..

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Construction Loan Terminology: What It Means and Why It's Important

If you’re thinking of applying for a construction loan, there is a lot to consider, and while doing your research, you may run into some unfamiliar terms. Below is an explanation of some construction..

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Common New Construction Appraisal Problems and How to Handle Them

Most lenders financing new construction require an appraisal to determine your project’s value. Unlike appraisals for existing structures, a new construction appraisal is essentially a third-party..

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Topics: Construction

Mold Prevention Tips & Best Practices

Mold is a fungus that produces spores which are spread by floating around in the air. It is present in indoor environments, thriving in areas that are moist and warm. When a spore lands on a damp..

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Tenant Retention Best Practices

When you build a property that is designed for renters, whether it’s a multi-unit apartment or a single-family home, tenant retention is a big consideration. Especially if the tenants are good..

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How to Be Successful in Residential Building

Residential building can be a lucrative business if you know what you are doing. There are the different types of builds to consider with custom, semi-custom and production building as options. Do..

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Types of Insulation Used in Residential Building

Insulation is an important piece of every building and residential property constructed. It keeps buildings warm during cold months and cool during warm months and is a key part of how energy..

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Green Building Certifications to Seek

Construction is rapidly making adjustments to be more eco-friendly, leading to the development of green building certifications. These certifications give customers an idea of how their home reduces..

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Design Elements to Keep on Hand

Often, when people think of construction, they think of the building process. But there’s also design elements in construction, especially with new builds and renovations. It’s not just about the..

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Structural Materials to Keep On Hand

As someone who runs a construction business, or someone who is looking to break into the construction business, you may decide to keep certain materials on hand on a regular basis. Structural..

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Smart Building Skills to Learn and Employ

Technology is integrated into everything we do today. In the construction industry, signs of having people employed who have technical acumen are emerging. From smart cities and smart buildings down..

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Pros and Cons of Using a Model Home as Office Space

Almost every new development that is build has a model home on-site. The purpose of the model home is simple, it allows the prospective buyer to visualize their home before purchasing a lot. It’s..

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