MN Custom Homes Education, Trends, & Resources
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.
Wondering how to protect your new construction home in the winter? Check out these tips to be ready for what this season brings.
In this episode of the MN Minute, Ben Brittingham discusses the next Jubilee Reach project and connecting with Sammamish High School students with career path options.
This time of year is perfect to prep a home for winter, so let’s take a look at tips for maintaining your new construction home in the fall.
Wondering how to maintain your new construction home? There are routine checks you can do monthly and quarterly to extend the life of your home.
In this episode of the MN Minute, Ben Brittingham & Brad Cahill discuss the State Street Project in Kirkland; urban living at its finest.
In this episode of the MN Minute, Will Cahill, with NWG | Compass, discusses maximizing the indoor spaces of your home during winter months.
When you purchase a New Construction home from MN Custom Homes, we understand how important it is that the home is built for your lifestyle.
When purchasing a Presale Home from MN Custom Homes, there are three things to do before buying. During this process, you’ll become more knowledgeable of what to expect within the finished home, the types of finishes available, and the overall timeline.
In this episode of the MN Minute, Jenny Gregorak with J Luxe Designs discusses the process of staging a home with MN Custom Homes’ own Ben Brittingham. Seeing a staged home helps to “create a feeling where you can see yourself living here.”
The closing process to an MN Custom Homes New Construction home has very exciting, sequential steps. Let’s take a closer look.
In this episode of the MN Minute, Will Cahill of NWG | Compass discusses the interior designers’ feature selection process for presale homes.