Landscaping Your Dream Home
by HiLine Hal
November 17, 2015
Building a custom home is incredibly exciting. It is easy to get absorbed in choosing interior features and the many decisions that go into making your dream home come true. Sometimes this means we overlook some of the other important building decisions, like thinking about your new home’s landscaping. Why Landscaping Matters A beautiful home on a […] read more
Decorating Ideas that Don’t Break the Bank
by HiLine Hal
November 5, 2015
T.S. Eliot said, “Home is where one starts from”. Congratulations, you have started! You are ready to build that home you have always dreamed about. You know you want a quality built, affordable, energy-efficient home. The next step? Contact us for inspiration and design ideas. This is an exciting time as you have a blank slate and the possibilities are endless. Move […] read more
4 Tips for Moving with Pets
by HiLine Hal
November 3, 2015
Now that you have your custom home built to your specifications, it is time for the big day to move-in. However, your pets don’t quite understand the point of moving. Here are five tips to help your pets adjust to a new home. Give Them Lots of Love Remind your pet that they’re part of […] read more
Fire Safety Tips
by HiLine Hal
October 30, 2015
In years past, fire officials have always advised families to change their smoke detector batteries twice each year. They recommended changing your batteries at the same time you changed your clock for daylight savings time. It’s just an easy way to remember. While batteries and smoke detectors have evolved, the recommendation from fire officials remains […] read more
Inspirational Color Trends for your New Custom Home
by HiLine Hal
August 25, 2015
One of the easiest and inexpensive design trends to accomplish with your new custom home is tying in the latest color trends. Whether you are choosing the exterior colors for a new construction home in The Northwest or deciding on a color palette for your interior walls, furniture and upholstery, the key is to achieve […] read more
Benefits of Buying a New Custom Home: Less Maintenance
by HiLine Hal
July 28, 2015
Buying a new custom home means you will enjoy less maintenance or fewer costs. One of the traps home buyers fall into is buying an older home because of the bargain price. Hiring a contractor, designer or architect to turn the dilapidated older home into a dream home could cost tens of thousands if not […] read more
Indoor Air Quality When Building Your New Home
by HiLine Hal
July 7, 2015
When building a new home, indoor air quality is often overlooked, but it is much more important than most people realize. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission, the air inside a home can contain more pollution than the outdoor air in even the most polluted cities. Since most people spend 90 percent of their […] read more
Should You Sell Your Home Before Building a Home?
by HiLine Hal
June 2, 2015
If you are planning to have a residential home builder construct your custom home, you are likely contemplating the pros and cons of keeping your current home as an investment. A lot of landlords make a good sum of money with rentals the Northwest. If you talk to a real estate agent, he or she will […] read more
How to Build Equity Instead of Wasting Money on Rent
by HiLine Hal
May 26, 2015
Home ownership is empowering, especially when you buy a custom home on your lot. If you are wasting money on rent, you likely wonder whether it’s time to make the jump to home ownership. With interest rates low and low down payment programs offered by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, home ownership isn’t just a dream […] read more
People who love to entertain need a custom home that’s not just perfect for their immediate family, but also ideal for entertaining. Having a guest bedroom isn’t enough for the “entertainer.” By having a new construction home tailored for your needs in the northwest, it’s easier to host guests for special events. According to a real […] read more