Home building is an amazing journey. Before beginning that journey, however, there are some final i's to dot and t's to cross. Here are the things that we suggest having in order before you begin.
- Get your financing in order. This means meeting with a bank to determine what you qualify for. It also means sitting down to look over your monthly/annual expenses and determining what you feel comfortable spending. Just because you qualify for X amount of money, does not mean that you have to spend X amount of money.
- "Location Location Location" Where do you want to build a home? A family? A life? Some possible considerations could be proximity to work, school district, distance from family/friends, lifestyle and hobbies, crime rates, nearby attractions, scenic or city views, etc.
- How much space do you want? Consider square footage and acreage. I think that a good long-term home is one that you can grow into should your family or hobbies expand.
- Create a functional layout. This varies from person to person. Consider your day to day tasks and activities. Some people will want a large open-concept living space for entertaining while some people prefer a more traditional style layout. If you work from home, consider a designated office space. If you have family that lives far away, consider a spare bedroom or guest suite for visits.
- What is your personal style preference? By having an idea of what style and colors appeal to you, it gives you a design to work off of to help make your home decor more cohesive.
