Nothing robs you of joy like a MISTAKE.
And this is especially true as you embark on the homebuilding journey.
If you are about to build your first custom home, then we are here to help you avoid a few of the most common errors.
We’ve got many years — 20 to be exact — of working with families to create dream homes one detail at a time.
Mistake #1 — Getting Sucked Into a Spending Vortex
You CAN build a custom home within your budget.
But IT IS also easy to get distracted and spend more than you intend. Let’s face it. There are thousands of decisions to consider from location to elevation to the knobs on your kitchen cabinets. And temptations abound.
But overspending should never be an option. And running out of money before the home is finished, is not a good feeling.
Be sure to enter into the process with a detailed budget which should include these considerations:
- Areas you want to splurge in — they should add value to your home
- Places where you are willing to cut costs
- A buffer for the unexpected
- Restraint on choices that are cosmetic fads
- A good grasp of what you need and what you want
Adhere to your budget so you can enjoy the end product without regret.
Mistake #2 — Listening to Every Tom, Dick, and Harry
With a world of information at your fingertips, it’s easy to have expectations long before even meeting with a custom builder. And when you start talking about building your dream home, the “experts” will seem to come out of the woodwork, offering their advice.
However, it is crucial to put all of your preconceived ideas aside and quiet the opinions of those around you as you listen to your BUILDER’S EXPLANATION of what the process will look like.
Successful builders are communicative with their clients from the very 1st point of contact thru at least the first year AFTER the home is completed.
Expect these traits from a quality builder:
- Responds to your questions promptly
- Explains in detail the proposed timeline
- Honestly communicates about possible setbacks from the beginning
- Gives you options that fit into your budget
- Is straightforward about delays due to weather, supply availability, and holidays
Trust that your builder knows more about the building process than friends and family.
Be sure to listen and process the things you NEED to hear, not just what you WANT to hear.
Mistake #3 — Forgetting to Smell the Roses Along the Way
Building your dream home is not just an event but a journey that has probably been anticipated for a long time.
It should be FUN.
Don’t allow yourself to become stressed by the ups and downs along the way. They are a normal and expected part of the process.
Remember that your perspective will shape your experience.
Here are a few ways to enjoy the adventure:
- If you have kids, take advantage of teaching moments in the construction process
- Let your kids have some ownership in making small decisions
- Celebrate some of the completed steps with friends and family
- Journal about the weekly progress
- Allow yourself to revel in sweet anticipation
There are limited lifetime moments where you get to see a dream come true — enjoy every aspect of building your new abode.
What’s Your Story?
Are you thinking about building a custom home for your family? Or do you have a close friend or family member that is considering taking this step?
At Westmont, we are passionate about delivering you a dream product at the end of a smooth process.
Our professional team will guide you away from the mistakes and toward the kind of experience that will bring a smile to your face.
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