Your New Home Builder in Carroll County: Lifetime Series Homes

December 12th, 2014

Are you looking for a new home builder in Carroll County? Consider Lifetime Series Homes! We offer a different approach to custom home building that allows for faster, simpler home construction. Combined with our financing and lot search assistance options, you may find that we’re just what you’re looking for. Learn more about our unique approach to custom home building in our blog.

Lifetime Series Homes: Your New Home Builder in Carroll County

Pre-Designed Templates for Faster Building

Building your own home is a very rewarding process. The end result is a home that you can truly call your own, one that you’ll be the first to live in.

However, building a home is also time consuming. But what if you could somehow speed up the process? With Lifetime Series Homes, you can.

We offer 14 different home templates for you to choose from. These templates include two-story, first-floor master, and ranchers that have been predesigned and are ready to build. Because they are ready to build, you’ll save time and money that would have gone into the design phase. At the same time, you can be assured that with Lifetime Series Homes, you get the build quality, attention to detail, and communication that comes with working with a custom home builder.

Saving time and money on the design phase is just one way you can benefit when you choose Lifetime Series Homes as your new home builder in Carroll County.

Lot Search Assistance

When you work with us, you also get the benefit of our lot search assistance services. We have access to more than 2,000 home sites in the central Maryland area, many of which are not available on public listings. Our system allows you to set parameters to help you refine your search, and you’ll receive daily emails with updates to inventory. This ensures that you’ll find exactly the lot you’re looking for in the location you desire.

Construction-Perm Financing

Construction-perm financing makes financing the construction of and payment for your home a straightforward process. Some of the benefits of this financing option include interest-only payments during construction with the choice of fixed or variable rates, and a one-time closing to save you from having to close twice. Learn more about construction-perm financing here.

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Your New Home Builder in Carroll County

To learn more about building your new home with Lifetime Series homes, contact us today at 410-549-4443! You can also keep up with us on our blog as well as on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and YouTube.

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How to Find a New Home Site in Maryland

December 5th, 2014

Are you looking for a new home site in Maryland? Finding the right home site comes down to a number of factors, but one thing is for sure, it pays to do your homework. In order to help you with your research, here are a few tips on what to look for in a home site, and resources to help you find the right home site in Maryland.

What to Look for in a Home Site

The Lay of the Land

How does the land on the site match what you’re looking for? Will it be difficult to build on this site? Is the topography conducive to the ideas you had in mind for outdoor living?

Available Utilities

How accessible are local utilities like gas, electric, and water? If there’s existing infrastructure in place, all the better. If not, that doesn’t mean these utilities can’t be delivered, but it will cost extra to do so.

Location

What kind of area is the site in? Does the neighborhood match what you’re looking for? How close are local amenities and schools? What will the commute to work be like?

Permits

Some home sites in Maryland may require different permitting or public facilities fees, which can add or subtract from the desirability of the lot.

Budget

At the end of the day, the deciding factor will be your budget. Set a level you’re comfortable with for your budget.

How to Find a Home Site in Maryland

Do you need assistance finding a home site in Maryland? Lifetime Series Homes offers lot search assistance to help you find the perfect home site for your new home. Some of the advantages of lot search assistance include access to home sites that are not on public listings, and daily updates of inventory. To learn more, visit or lot search assistance page, or contact us today!

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About the Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes

The Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes are a series of semi-custom house designs that were created with the intention of providing home buyers with a new option when it comes to shopping for a home. The Lifetimes series includes 14 home templates including, 2 story, first floor master, and ranchers that are pre-designed and ready to build. Because they are ready to build, clients save significant time and money that would have gone into designing a custom home, yet with the Lifetime Series by Muller Homes, clients still get the build quality, attention to detail, and communication that comes with working with a custom home builder. We serve the central Maryland area, and also provide assistance with lot acquisition, evaluation, and home buying finance. Keep up with us on our blog as well as on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and YouTube.

 

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What are the Advantages of Building a New Home?

November 26th, 2014

If you’re thinking of moving, have you considered building your own new home instead of buying a home that’s already on the market? There are a number of advantages that come with building your own home that you won’t get if you buy a pre-existing home. Take a look at our list and see!

The Advantages of Building a New Home

New Homes are More Energy Efficient

As we learn more about designing homes with energy efficiency as a priority, we continually improve on previous generations of home building. Even homes that are relatively young can’t compare to the energy efficiency levels of homes built today. Today’s homes distribute conditioned air super efficiently, and come with brand new energy efficient appliances, all of which will save you on your energy costs. Over the lifetime of the home, this adds up.

A Place You Can Really Call Home

When you build your own home, it becomes a place that you can truly call your own. No one has lived in this home, and you built it from the ground up. There’s an intangible value there that many homeowners enjoy, as it makes them feel like they can really be at home.

Warranty

With a new home, you get the builders warranty as guarantee in the quality of the craftsmanship. If you have a problem with your home’s construction, the warranty helps you rectify the situation easily.

Higher Resale Value

The newer a home, the higher its resale value when you decide to sell. Of course there are plenty of exceptions to this rule, but buyers are generally willing to pay more for the efficiencies and conveniences of modern homes.

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About the Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes

The Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes are a series of semi-custom house designs that were created with the intention of providing home buyers with a new option when it comes to shopping for a home. The Lifetimes series includes 14 home templates including, 2 story, first floor master, and ranchers that are pre-designed and ready to build. Because they are ready to build, clients save significant time and money that would have gone into designing a custom home, yet with the Lifetime Series by Muller Homes, clients still get the build quality, attention to detail, and communication that comes with working with a custom home builder. We serve the central Maryland area, and also provide assistance with lot acquisition, evaluation, and home buying finance. Keep up with us on our blog as well as on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and YouTube.

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Why Should You Choose a Pre-Designed Custom Home in Maryland?

November 21st, 2014

Are you ready to build your new home in Maryland? Congratulations! Maryland is a great place to live, and building your own home on your own land is a very fulfilling and rewarding process. However, it’s also a very long process. Building a new home is not a short process. Before you can break ground, there’s a lot of work that has to be done. You have to find the right lot, buy the lot, design the house, get the right permits, and those are just a few of the steps.

Lifetime Series Homes can help you find the lot you’re looking for in Maryland with lot search assistance, saving you a lot of time in the process. Another area where we help you save time in building your new home is with the design phase. Designing a home from the ground up is an intensive process, and it takes time to get everything right. But what if you could choose from a number of homes that were already designed? You could find the design that fit your needs, and adjust it as necessary to make it the perfect home for you, saving you lots of time in the design process. With Lifetime Series Homes, you can do exactly this.

Pre-Designed Custom Homes in Maryland

We offer 14 different custom templates that are complete designs of homes that are ready to be built. Instead of spending months designing the home, we can move right past the design phase and get to building faster. The designs can also be adjusted to suit. With custom home templates, you save time and money, and the end result is a home that’s ready faster. Talk to Lifetime Series Homes today to learn more about how our custom home templates and lot search assistance can simplify the process of building your new home in Maryland.

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About the Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes

The Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes are a series of semi-custom house designs that were created with the intention of providing home buyers with a new option when it comes to shopping for a home. The Lifetimes series includes 14 home templates including, 2 story, first floor master, and ranchers that are pre-designed and ready to build. Because they are ready to build, clients save significant time and money that would have gone into designing a custom home, yet with the Lifetime Series by Muller Homes, clients still get the build quality, attention to detail, and communication that comes with working with a custom home builder. We serve the central Maryland area, and also provide assistance with lot acquisition, evaluation, and home buying finance. Keep up with us on our blog as well as on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and YouTube.

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First Floor Master Custom Homes in Maryland

November 14th, 2014

If you’re looking to size down a little bit, Lifetime Series Homes has a number of first floor master custom home designs that we build to suit throughout central Maryland. Whether you’re looking for a cozy rancher, or a still spacious two story design with a first floor master, you’re sure to find a custom home design that suits your needs. Learn more about our custom homes in Maryland in this week’s blog!

First Floor Master Custom Home Designs in Maryland

The Charlotte

The Charlotte is a popular first floor master design. With the first floor master and two dedicated bedrooms on the second story, this design also has the option to convert the 1st floor study into a bedroom, effectively making it a four-bedroom home. With 2 ½ bathrooms and just above 2,000 sq. ft., the Charlotte is a model of efficiency.

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The Ellicott

The Ellicott is a first floor master with plenty of space. With more than 2,700 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, and 3 ½ bathrooms, this model is ideal for families looking for a home that has room to spare. The master suite also features spacious his/hers walk-in closets. The remaining three bedrooms are located on the second story, affording privacy for the whole family.

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The Alleghany

A cozy rancher, The Alleghany features 1,740 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, in addition to a spacious and open living room and study. Perfect for the empty nesters who are looking to size down but still want the amenities of a custom home.

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The Chesapeake

One level living doesn’t mean you have to give up space. With nearly 2,200 sq. ft., The Chesapeake has room to spare spread out through its single level. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 3-car garage, The Chespeake is a model of space on one level.

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About the Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes

The Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes are a series of semi-custom house designs that were created with the intention of providing home buyers with a new option when it comes to shopping for a home. The Lifetimes series includes 14 home templates including, 2 story, first floor master, and ranchers that are pre-designed and ready to build. Because they are ready to build, clients save significant time and money that would have gone into designing a custom home, yet with the Lifetime Series by Muller Homes, clients still get the build quality, attention to detail, and communication that comes with working with a custom home builder. We serve the central Maryland area, and also provide assistance with lot acquisition, evaluation, and home buying finance. Keep up with us on our blog as well as on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and YouTube.

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Two Story Custom Homes in Maryland

November 7th, 2014

Lifetime Series homes has 14 custom home designs we build in Maryland, 10 of which are two story 2,400 sq. ft. + designs, with several over 3,000 sq. ft. Learn about our two story custom home designs in this week’s blog. The designs are ordered from smallest to largest in terms of square footage.

Two Story Custom Homes

Oak Hill – 2,447 sq. ft.

With 4 beds and 3 baths, the Oak Hill has plenty of space. Large bedrooms and individual bedroom walk-in closets are the hallmark of the Oak Hill.

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Carroll – 2,512 sq. ft.

The Carroll features 4 beds and 2.5 baths. All bedrooms have their own walk-in closet space. The Carroll also has a side set stair case, and an open kitchen and great room, making this model feel even more spacious.

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Frederick – 2,670 sq. ft.

With 4 beds and 2.5 baths, the Frederick is another open design, with a large kitchen and eating nook that opens into the great room. The Frederick also features a 1st floor study.

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Fair Hill – 2,686 sq. ft

A classic colonial style home, the Fair Hill features a center load 1st floor stair, creating a focal point that pulls the stair out of the foyer area. The oversized 2 car garage leads to a spacious mud room and laundry area.

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Harford – 2,804 sq. ft.

There’s no shortage of space in the Harford. With 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and up to a 4 car garage, there’s plenty of room for all.

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Griffin – 2,820 sq. ft.

The Griffen features 4 beds and 2.5 baths, and offers a choice of living area on the 2nd floor. Choose from the standard great room or finish the space into an optional 2nd floor game room. Either way, you’ll enjoy the spacious master suite with a walk-in closet and owner’s bath.

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Garrett – 2,900 sq. ft.

The 2-story entrance feature of the Garrett is sure to leave an impression. With 4 spacious bedrooms and individual walk-in closets, there’s no shortage of room.

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Old Annapolis – 2,950 sq. ft.

If your family needs room to grow, the Old Annapolis has it. With four bedrooms on the second floor and one on the first floor, plus nearly 3,000 sq. ft., the Old Annapolis offers a range of possibilities.

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Harrison – 3,325 sq. ft.

A traditional colonial, the Harrison offers a 1st floor study, 3-car garage, 4 bedrooms, and a second floor loft for the kids. The master suite features his/hers closet space and a separate sitting area.

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Howard – 3,623 sq. ft.

Our largest model, the Howard has more than 3,500 sq. ft., featuring 3 beds and 2.5 baths. This model also features a dramatic 2 story overlook into the main living space and a backset stair on the first level.

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About the Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes

The Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes are a series of semi-custom house designs that were created with the intention of providing home buyers with a new option when it comes to shopping for a home. The Lifetimes series includes 14 home templates including, 2 story, first floor master, and ranchers that are pre-designed and ready to build. Because they are ready to build, clients save significant time and money that would have gone into designing a custom home, yet with the Lifetime Series by Muller Homes, clients still get the build quality, attention to detail, and communication that comes with working with a custom home builder. We serve the central Maryland area, and also provide assistance with lot acquisition, evaluation, and home buying finance. Keep up with us on our blog as well as on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and YouTube.

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Lot Search Assistance in Maryland: Find the Location for Your New Home!

October 31st, 2014

Looking for the perfect site for your new home in Maryland? Finding the right lot is easier said than done. There are resources available to you, but often many home sites are only accessible through means that most buyers don’t have access to. Lot search assistance from Lifetime Series Homes can bring you access to home sites that may not be accessible via public resources. Here’s how we can help you find the perfect home site.

Lot Search Assistance in Maryland from Lifetime Series Homes

Lot search assistance allows you to take advantage of our access to resources in the real estate industry that are not accessible through public means such as the Multiple Listing Service. By bringing together all of our resources in one place, we can show you more than 2,000 home sites in the central Maryland area in which we build. Here’s how it works.

Lot Search Assistance in Maryland

The first step is to complete our lot search assistance form. After you submit the form you will be contacted by one of our team members within 24 hours. We’ll narrow down your search criteria and cover all the bases, including location, size, characteristics of the lot, and your budget. Now we’re ready to begin the search!

The parameters you provide us with are entered into our database to bring up a list of lots that fit these parameters. The list is constantly updated to bring in new lots and remove lots that have been sold. We provide you with access to this tool so you can check it and search for lots at home as well. Automated emails provide you with daily updates.

When we find a lot that you’re interested in, we vet it to determine what the cost of building on the lot would be. After vetting, we use market data to determine a fair market price. Now all that’s left is the preparation of the contract and negotiations. Once this is complete, you’ll have a new home lot in Maryland! Now it’s time to start building your new home!

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About the Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes

The Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes are a series of semi-custom house designs that were created with the intention of providing home buyers with a new option when it comes to shopping for a home. The Lifetimes series includes 14 home templates including, 2 story, first floor master, and ranchers that are pre-designed and ready to build. Because they are ready to build, clients save significant time and money that would have gone into designing a custom home, yet with the Lifetime Series by Muller Homes, clients still get the build quality, attention to detail, and communication that comes with working with a custom home builder. We serve the central Maryland area, and also provide assistance with lot acquisition, evaluation, and home buying finance. Keep up with us on our blog as well as on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and YouTube.

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How to Build Your New Home Faster in Maryland

October 24th, 2014

A common question we here from people who want to build their own home is how they can build their new home in Maryland faster. Home construction is an extensive process, but it is possible to shorten it by taking a new approach. For those who want to build and move into their new home in Maryland on a shorter time frame, choosing a pre-designed custom home may be the solution you’re looking for.

Faster Home Building in Maryland with Pre-Designed Custom Homes

Choosing a pre-designed custom home in Maryland saves you a significant amount of time in the planning and design phase of building your new home. Instead of having to start from scratch, you can instead choose from a number of pre-designed custom homes. Lifetime Series Homes is a custom home builder in Maryland, and we offer 14 different pre-designed custom home plans. From small and cozy ranchers to spacious 2-story 3,000+ sq. ft. designs, we offer a design that fits any prospective homeowner’s needs.

If you’re wondering how a home can be pre-designed and custom at the same time, we have the answer. While the designs are made ahead of time, we use your input to customize them to your liking. We can modify designs to suit your needs and help you choose the right detail work for you.

If you want to save time and money on your new custom home in Maryland, Lifetime Series Homes is the solution you’ve been looking for. Contact us today to learn more about how we can build your new home faster in Maryland.

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About the Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes

The Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes are a series of semi-custom house designs that were created with the intention of providing home buyers with a new option when it comes to shopping for a home. The Lifetimes series includes 14 home templates including, 2 story, first floor master, and ranchers that are pre-designed and ready to build. Because they are ready to build, clients save significant time and money that would have gone into designing a custom home, yet with the Lifetime Series by Muller Homes, clients still get the build quality, attention to detail, and communication that comes with working with a custom home builder. We serve the central Maryland area, and also provide assistance with lot acquisition, evaluation, and home buying finance. Keep up with us on our blog as well as on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and YouTube.

 

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What is Construction Permanent Financing?

October 17th, 2014

Construction permanent financing is a financing option we offer that handles both the construction and post-construction phases of ownership of your home. This all-in-one financing solution is ideal because it streamlines the financing process with one coordinated plan with only one settlement, instead of two. Learn more about how construction permanent financing works in our blog.

Construction Permanent Financing

During Construction

During construction, the builder uses the construction permanent loan as a line of credit, structured into 6 draws, corresponding to phases of construction. When the builder completes a phase of construction, they will call for the next draw to continue construction. The lender sends an inspector to ensure verify construction is complete up to the next phase, and then releases the funds.

When the home is complete, the remaining 10% of the loan is held back until the use and occupancy permits and other documents are received, at which time the builder receives the final draw.

After Construction

At this point, the loan is converted into permanent financing, and is used to pay the lender for ownership of your home. There are a number of permanent financing options available for this stage.

The Advantages of Construction Permanent Financing

So what does the buyer stand to gain by choosing construction permanent financing? Lot’s of things! Here are some examples.

  • Because you only close once when you purchase the land (as opposed to once on the land and once on the completed house), you stand to save a lot on closing costs and transfer tax. This tax is assessed on the value of the property at closing time, which would be a lot more on a completed lot than it would on an unimproved property.
  • During the construction phase, you’ll only pay interest on the current draw, as opposed to the loan as a whole. This can result in potential tax benefits. Be sure to consult your tax advisor.
  • With construction permanent financing, the builder can use a commercial line of credit to build the home, which is more affordable than the lines of credit usually available to the builder. These costs savings can be passed on to you in a lower sales price.

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About the Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes

The Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes are a series of semi-custom house designs that were created with the intention of providing home buyers with a new option when it comes to shopping for a home. The Lifetimes series includes 14 home templates including, 2 story, first floor master, and ranchers that are pre-designed and ready to build. Because they are ready to build, clients save significant time and money that would have gone into designing a custom home, yet with the Lifetime Series by Muller Homes, clients still get the build quality, attention to detail, and communication that comes with working with a custom home builder. We serve the central Maryland area, and also provide assistance with lot acquisition, evaluation, and home buying finance. Keep up with us on our blog as well as on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and YouTube.

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Building a New Home vs. Buying an Old One: Why Newer is Better

October 9th, 2014

So you’re thinking about moving, but so many questions and decisions have suddenly come up. How many bedrooms will the new house have? Will you need to make renovations or will the house be move-in ready? Where can you conveniently find a home with all of the amenities that you want? Many of these potential questions can be easily solved with one answer: build your new home.build new home

There are so many advantages to building a new home rather than buying an older home with previous owners. You may like the charm of an old home, but a lot of older homes require a lot of maintenance before being able to move in. One house might have the big, walk-in closet you’ve always wanted, but the other house has the open kitchen and living area. To solve these problems, why not design and build your dream home with both? Check out these reasons why newer is better:

  • Choose the floor plan, the amount of bedrooms you want, the light fixtures, the flooring, the tile in the bathroom, and the siding on the house. By building your own home, you can make your dream home a reality. Not all families are the same. Create the perfect and most accessible place for your family.
  • Do your part for the environment just by living in your house! Make your home energy efficient by choosing green products, and installing energy-saving appliances.
  • When building a new home, you won’t have to worry about mold, mildew, replacing the roof, or any other additional maintenance that an older home might need. After building your home, you most likely won’t have to worry about any major maintenance for 15 to 20 years.

The way you live today is very different than the way people used to live 40 years ago, so why live in a house that’s 40 years old? Start building your dream home today. If you have more questions about custom home design, or want to know more about why building a new home is better than buying an old one, call your Maryland home builder at (410) 549-4444.

About the Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes

The Lifetime Series Homes by Mueller Homes are a series of semi-custom house designs that were created with the intention of providing home buyers with a new option when it comes to shopping for a home. The Lifetimes series includes 14 home templates including, 2 story, first floor master, and ranchers that are pre-designed and ready to build. Because they are ready to build, clients save significant time and money that would have gone into designing a custom home, yet with the Lifetime Series by Muller Homes, clients still get the build quality, attention to detail, and communication that comes with working with a custom home builder. We serve the central Maryland area, and also provide assistance with lot acquisition, evaluation, and home buying finance. Keep up with us on our blog as well as on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and YouTube.

Source: http://www.newhomesource.com/resourcecenter/articles/top-10-reasons

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