Deciding to build a new home can be exciting but equally as daunting, as there are many factors and choices to consider, starting with the type of builder you choose to make it happen.
Whether you want to meticulously create your floor plan and design down to the last square inch or are flexible with the finished product so long as it contains certain “must-have” features, there are different types of new home builders that can help turn your dream home into a reality.
Don’t know where to start? That’s what I am here for. Swipe to learn about the different types of new construction options and which one may be right for you.
If you’re thinking of going the route of building your next home, send me a message. I would love to answer any questions and discuss the builders and new neighborhoods in our area!
National (large) Builders
National builders generally have a set number of floorplans and features to choose from in their own design center without too much flexibility. You will typically find them building an entire neighborhood with a model home/sales center. Some of these builders only build “spec homes” where the homes are already completed. Economies of scale typically allow for the best price for a new construction home.
Local (smaller) Builders
Smaller builders typically have a similar business model as national builders. However, they usually build just a few homes at a time — almost like a cluster of homes rather than an entire neighborhood. Sometimes they have more flexibility in customizing your home and may allow you to pick from a larger variety of floorplans or options/upgrades.
Custom Builders
With a custom builder, you can have anything you want because you’re paying for it… custom homes are built one at a time to fit an individual buyer’s unique needs and desires. They typically build with many higher-end products and finishes and allow you to customize pretty much anything, limited only by your budget, imagination, and local building or neighborhood regulations. It is important to note that custom builders sometimes require that you buy your own land first.
Spot Lot Builds
This type of new construction can be done by outsourcing architects, engineers, and builders or can be paired with a custom builder. This process requires you to find a purchase your own land first (the “spot” lot) and either pay a builder to do the lot testing. Engineering and permitting, or you can hire out all of the testing and site engineering individually. You could then work with an architect to design your home and a builder to build it. The more cost-effective option would be to partner with a local or custom builder to take care of the entire process from you start to finish.
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