New Home Planning Guide

• Start by defining what you want in your new home. Think about your lifestyle now and in the future. Do you need space for a growing family? Or maybe you prefer one-floor living for easy accessibility. Consider the style, size, and key features you desire. 
• Gather design inspiration from magazines, online galleries, etc. Keep track of any features that catch your eye. 
• Prioritize your must-have features versus nice-to-haves to help clarify your vision and stay within budget.
  

Remember, it's helpful to get a solid idea of what you want, but you don't have to figure it all out alone. Our team is here to guide you through this process during a consultation.

• Discover how modular construction offers the flexibility to create a custom design while maintaining the strength and durability of factory-precision building.
  
• Work with our team to adapt an existing modular floor plan to suit your specific needs or design one from scratch.
• Bring your ideas early on! We’ll help you determine what's feasible within your budget and design an efficient home that fully utilizes modular design elements.

• Start by evaluating potential sites based on proximity to amenities, school districts, and how well the land suits your needs. Make sure to consider things like access to utilities and future developments in the area. 
• Take some time to explore the neighborhood—visit community centers, attend local events, and observe the daily life in the area.

Choosing the right location can make all the difference, and we’re here to help you assess many site suitability factors, like deliverability and permits.

• Research the required permits to understand the necessary approvals for building a home on a specific lot. This includes building and zoning permits, along with other possibilities like wetlands approvals, CRMC, flood zones, etc., some of which may affect the timeline.
  
• If you're not sure where to begin, let us know! Our experienced consultant can guide you.
• Our team can walk you through obtaining these efficiently and help you understand local regulations and restrictions, as well a design a home that will meet all regulations.

• Start by exploring loan options with banks or mortgage brokers early in the process. Getting pre-approved for a loan will give you a clear idea of what you can afford.
  
• Construction financing is a little different from a conventional home purchase loan, so it’s important to discuss these differences with your lender if you are considering both options.
  

Need help figuring it all out? We can connect you with trusted lenders and discuss budgeting with you during a consultation.

• Once you have a good sense of your finances, we’ll help refine your budget to cover all the essentials. We’ll work with you to develop a comprehensive budget that includes home construction expenses, site preparation, utility connections, permits, and any commonly overlooked items.
  
• Allocate some of your budget for plan modifications that may arise as you define your vision and desired finish upgrades.
  
• We’ll help you stay on track, ensuring your budget aligns with both your vision and your financial limits.
  

By planning out your first steps using this guide, you’ll be well-prepared for your home-building journey. And remember, we’re here to help at every step! Contact us to schedule a consultation with our team to bring your vision to life and ensure the process goes smoothly.

Explore our step-by-step Building Process and learn what to expect as you go through our build process.

Read Testimonials from our past clients to learn about their experiences.

Check out our FAQs page for answers to common questions about planning and building a new modular home.

Get inspired by our Photo Gallery, featuring photos of exteriors, kitchens, bathrooms, and more. Then, explore our Award-Winning Homes Gallery, where you'll find pictures of entire projects, organized by home, showcasing the complete design of each award-winning build.