For years, the log home industry has created a perception that Building a Lifestyle means buying a kit. In industry terms, a log kit is also called a “dry-in” or structural shell package. It typically includes the exterior log walls, windows, doors, and basic...
Financing Your New Home In the old days anyone could get a loan to buy or build a home. However, with tighter regulation on lending practices, the pendulum has swung and we are faced with new challenges when deciding to finance your home. It is important...
Design/Build Process If you decide to have your home designed and built, it is important to do your homework. First, make a list of the features important to you and then go back to your list and mark those features that you are NOT willing to compromise....
So you have decided a new home is in your future and you want to know if you should buy an existing home or design and build a new home. The answer to that question depends on the prevailing real estate market, your objectives, how much you want to spend, how...