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Get the latest tips and tricks for buying a new homeWhat’s the Difference Between a Spec Home and a Custom Home?
In the market for a new home but not sure whether building a custom home or buying on spec is right for you? Here’s a brief guide to the main differences between a spec home and a custom home soyou can make the right decision for you and your family. Custom homes...
Should You Buy a Starter Home Before Your Forever Home?
Buying a forever home is a common piece of the American dream. You may be dreaming of a place where you can put down roots and customize your surroundings to perfectly suit your family for now and inthe future. The problem is, you might not be able to get your forever...
How You Can Tell the Foundation of Your Home Is Bad
If a window is cracked, the pane needs to be replaced. If your roof is missing a few shingles, it needs repairs. These signs are obvious. But what are the signs of a bad foundation? This might be harder to discern. If you’re asking yourself, “Is my foundation bad?”...
Seven Reasons to Buy a Home Instead of Renting
Owning a home is part of the American Dream, but many people erroneously believe they’re not qualified. Others might assume that it’s not worth the hassle and expense, especially if they’re not going to settle in the home forever. Should you buy instead of rent a...
What Credit Score Do You Need When Buying a House in 2021?
When you’re thinking about buying a house, it’s important to evaluate your credit score. If you’re wondering, “What should my credit score be to buy a house?” you’re not alone. Many consumers know that the better their credit, the more likely they are to qualify for a...
The Most Common House Styles in Utah
Living in the western United States, you’ve probably noticed that our architecture is a hodgepodge of various eras, cultures and styles. You can probably find a home in just about any architectural style you choose, whether you want a Craftsman cottage or midcentury...
What Do Dropping Lumber Prices Mean for Building Costs?
Lumber prices have been steadily dropping since they hit outrageous highs during the height of the pandemic in 2020. COVID-19 affected the price of lumber (and custom home building) in part because the industry went into the pandemic with a lower supply than normal,...
Utah Home Prices Hit New Records While Fewer Homes Sold in June
Here’s one of the most common questions we’ve been getting recently: why is my home more expensive to build now than it would have been in past years? There are a lot of factors that go into the costs of construction. The last year and a half especially has seen a lot...
Facts About Utah’s Hot Housing Market in 2021
The Utah housing market is hotter than it’s ever been, in large part due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As more people are able to work remotely, they’re interested in settling down—and Utah’s affordable new homes are nothing short of a siren’s call. In fact, the Salt Lake...
How the Construction Labor Shortage Has Affected the Real Estate Market
Why are home prices going up these days? Custom home building clients frequently wonder what’s driving the increase. Aside from a supply shortage, which has been in effect since the early days of the pandemic, there’s also a construction labor shortage. Home builders’...
Here’s How Shortages in Glass, Lumber and More Are Hitting Home Construction
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected just about every industry on the planet, including the custom home building industry in Grantsville, UT. Lumber, glass and other material shortages are delaying construction projects and driving up the prices of new construction....
The Top Reasons You Should Consider Moving to Utah
Nearly 10 percent of Americans move each year, according to U.S. Census data. While the majority of those moves are in-state, about 14 percent of movers relocate to a different state. If you’re considering relocating to a new state, be sure to consider Utah! This post...
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