MN Custom Homes Education, Trends, & Resources
As the summer continues, we’re thinking of fun ways where you can enjoy each moment all within your new construction home. Here are some ways you can get the most out of the season, right at home.
It can be confusing to enter the world of real estate and have no idea what anything means. That’s exactly why we created this short list of real estate terminology you’ll hear from brokers whether you’re buying a new construction home or selling a home you’ve treasured for years.
Exterior home design is not the only part of the design to consider when selecting a new construction home, interior design is equally as important. In this blog, we’ll cover some popular interior home design styles and what makes them different from each other.
In this episode of the MN Minute, Ben explains what our tagline, “Thoughtful Homes That Inspire Community,” means to us. He discusses core design elements of our new construction homes and details on our MN Cares program.
Here in the Pacific Northwest, summers are the perfect time to take care of a few tasks outside of your house. The weather is great and finally a bit dryer than the other seasons. Here is a checklist of summer maintenance for your new construction home.
Choosing a new construction home is exciting, but it may be overwhelming with the number of choices available, specifically the different designs to choose from. In this blog, we’ll cover some popular exterior home design styles and what makes them different from each other.
Are you interested in buying a new construction home and now you need to find a broker to help you land the best home for you? Here’s our list of things you should look for when finding and choosing a broker for a new construction home!
In this MN Minute episode, Ben Brittingham speaks with Will Cahill of NWG | Compass about outdoor and indoor entertainment spaces including covered patios, rooftop decks plus ideas for utilizing the bonus space included in many MN Custom Homes properties.
Looking into relocating and buying a new home? You may be deciding between buying a new construction home vs. a resale home. Additionally, you may be asking yourself: “What’s the difference? Is one better than the other? Is one better for me?” In this blog, we’ll cover the main difference between the two and the main advantages and disadvantages of both.
In this MN Minute episode, Ben Brittingham speaks with Steve Curran of NWG | Compass about the status of the Eastside market. Also discussed is the continued expansion of the Kirkland tech market and how the Rose Hill area, in particular, allows homeowners to reach most Fortune 5 companies (Google, Microsoft, Facebook & Amazon) within a 10-15 minute commute.
When exploring a new construction home, you have many options to incorporate technology, innovation, and electronics to design your own smart home. While this can be an overwhelming task, it is also one that can be very fun! The benefit of a new construction home with MN Custom Homes is the ability to tailor your home to your needs. Whether that means two washer/dryer sets, a home gym, or touchpads built into every room – when you are starting from the ground up, we have many options for you!
What are some of the reasons to buy a new construction home? Low mortgage rates, more buying power. With current mortgage rates at historic lows, now is the time to buy.
There is a lot to do to maintain your new construction home in the Spring, but once finished, you’ll be ready to relax and enjoy your beautiful MN Custom Homes property.
When buying a new construction home, you are the first owner. It’s exciting to think about buying a property where the bathrooms are pristine, there are no stains on the carpet, and there are no “weird tricks” to open any doors. When the home reaches completion and closing is nearing, there is typically a home inspection on the property. To help you navigate this process, we would like to share the complete new construction home inspection checklist. This guide will help you to look for any issues that may still need attention.
Social Distancing is now a part of our life; at the grocery store, the playground, and when gathering with friends. We know that we can carry on with our lives, but we need to maintain a safe distance. You may be wondering how to buy a new construction home during this time; it’s no different. The good news is, there are many virtual options available now that help you learn about and explore a home before you even step inside in person.
In this MN Minute episode, we’ll learn from Ben Brittingham about the upcoming Showcase Homes series and hear from Steve Curran why MN’s Presale Homes are so popular.
At MN Custom Homes, we know that covered outdoor living spaces in new construction homes are the new “must-have” for homeowners.
At MN Custom Homes, we see the importance of home office design in new construction homes, especially as many of us are working and learning from home like never before.