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If you’ve decided to build your new home, rather than buy an existing one, you’re likely feeling a little overwhelmed.
It’s quite a feat – but an exciting one at that!
So how prepared are you? What do you need to know? Here are 5 tips for building a house that will get you started.
- Plan
If you’ve decided to build your own home, it’s likely that you have a lot of ideas and plans, ready to be released onto your project.
This is a great thing. Just be sure you’ve formulated these ideas succinctly so that they can be put into practice effectively when it comes to getting started.
Make sure you have examples of what you want, so you can show your project manager. Have clear ideas and come with fresh outlooks and exciting concepts.
If this means creating a Pinterest board or collating magazine cuttings, do so. Create a file or a folder.
Also, make sketches of your dream home and come with an idea of how you want the floor plan to be set out.
- Budget
Budgeting not only makes good sense, but it is also crucial to understand your project’s boundaries and to prepare for any unexpected surprises.
Budget everything – from the cost per square foot of the project to any additional constructions costs that will inevitably crop up.
Be sure to balance out any changes that increase costs with some budget-cutting elsewhere.
- Find the Right Builder
It’s imperative that you research the builder you want to use for your project, and that they are right for you.
Be sure they know what you want and that you feel comfortable working with them. It’s a big, expensive project you’re about to undertake, so this is a very important part of it.
Not only can you tell from the ‘vibe’ of the builder, check out their portfolio, any reviews and speak to past clients.
Are they used to working on project and properties like the one you are looking to build?
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- Find the Right Realtor
You might not be buying or selling a house, but you still need a realtor.
This agent will represent you, and act as a professional mediator in the process of constructing a brand new property.
- Expect Delays
It’s an inevitable factor when building a property – it will not be completed by the time you think it will be.
While we may be talking about a few weeks here, you’re likely fine with that. But some builds can be delayed by months and months. And it’s best to be prepared.
Plan for these delays. Factor in where you will be able to stay while completion drags on, and who this will have an effect on.
Work this into your budget plan too.
Your 5 Tips for Building a House
These tips for building a house should help gear you up for your exciting project.
And there’s more where that came from on our site – offering you tons of tips for home improvements, from kitchens to gardens to bollards.
Keep browsing our blog to learn more about remodeling your home once you’re all moved in.
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