MN Minute – Episode 22
In this episode of the MN Minute, learn about the presale and customization process, with recommendations for buyers.
MN Custom Homes
March 1, 2022
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MN Minute – Episode 21
In this episode of the MN Minute, Shaun McFadden, CEO & Co-Founder of MN Custom Homes, tours the new MN Custom Homes corporate offices.
MN Custom Homes
February 25, 2022
MN Minute – Episode 19
In this episode of the MN Minute, Ben Brittingham discusses the top 3 things you need to know before selling to a builder.
MN Custom Homes
February 21, 2022
New Year, New Market? | Home Market Update & What to Expect in 2022
Wondering what to expect in the home market for 2022? Check out this Eastside market update for the new year.
MN Custom Homes
February 9, 2022
Custom Home Interior Design Trends in 2021
As we welcome in the new year and look forward to what 2022 can bring, we also want to take a quick look back at where we were in 2021. In the design world, so much can change and develop, especially in the new construction industry. So with that being said, let’s review the trends of 2021.
MN Custom Homes
February 3, 2022
MN Minute – Episode 18
In this episode of the MN Minute, Ben Brittingham discusses the top 3 things you need to know before selling to a builder.
MN Custom Homes
December 14, 2021
MN Minute – Episode 17
In this episode of the MN Minute, Ben and the MN Custom Homes Design Team discuss the design process, including the latest interior design trends and a popular customization in a presale home, interior lighting.
MN Custom Homes
October 20, 2021
Presales Customization Guide: Cabinetry
Are you looking to customize the cabinetry in your presale home but don’t know where to start or what your options are? When it comes to cabinetry, there are many design choices to consider when creating the perfect storage system for your new construction home. Let’s take a look.
MN Custom Homes
September 21, 2021
7 Tips & Tricks for Decorating & Organizing your Home (Without the Clutter)
Are you looking for a way to decorate and organize your home, but you either have too much stuff or don’t have a system to keep it looking orderly? Here are 7 tips and tricks from MN Custom Homes’ Senior Interior Designers for decorating and organizing your new construction home.
MN Custom Homes
August 23, 2021
Special Project “REACH The Need” 2021
Special Project “REACH The Need” is an MN Custom Homes initiative under MN’s partnership with Jubilee REACH. This project was born through the idea that the best way we can give back is through our strengths. Our strength is building homes, so let’s create a way for our homes to directly benefit our community.
MN Custom Homes
August 12, 2021
4 Ways to Enjoy Your New Construction Home in the Summer
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.
MN Custom Homes
August 4, 2021
Real Estate Industry Crash Course: Need to Know Terminology
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.
MN Custom Homes
July 27, 2021
Home Design Styles In New Construction Homes – Interior
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.
MN Custom Homes
June 30, 2021
MN Minute – Episode 15
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.
MN Custom Homes
June 25, 2021
How to Maintain Your New Construction Home – Part 5: Summer Checklist
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.
MN Custom Homes
June 17, 2021
Home Design Styles In New Construction Homes – Exterior
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.
MN Custom Homes
June 4, 2021
How to Find the Right Broker for a New Construction Home
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!
MN Custom Homes
May 24, 2021
MN Minute – Episode 14
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.
MN Custom Homes
April 28, 2021
New Construction Home vs. Resale Home: What’s Best For You?
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.
MN Custom Homes
April 27, 2021
MN Minute – Episode 13
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.
MN Custom Homes
April 21, 2021
How To Design Your Own Smart Home
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!
MN Custom Homes
April 21, 2021