What to Consider Before Buying a Home Site in Maryland

October 2nd, 2014

Have you recently found a home site in Maryland that you’re considering buying? Before you do, read through our list of things to consider before you sign the papers. And if you haven’t found the home site you’re looking for, read our blog on how lot search assistance in Maryland can help you find the perfect site for your new home.

What to Consider Before Buying a Home Site in Maryland

What is the availability of utilities?

Are utilities such as gas, electric, and water easily accessible? If not, extra costs will be incurred in the process of bringing them out to your new home site in Maryland. Not that this should dissuade you from making the purchase if you’re willing to pay for bringing utilities to the site, but it’s important to factor this into your overall decision.

Are there any permitting or public fees concerns?

Some lots may require an extraordinary permit or public facilities fees. These in turn can affect the timing and cost of the building process.

How does the topography match with my wants and needs?

It’s important to consider the topography of your new home site in terms of your wants and needs for your home. Will it meet the needs of your outdoor living goals? Will you be able to install that deck, outdoor kitchen, or pool you want. Does the sun move across the property in a way that promotes natural lighting. Does the setting match up with the architecture and style I have in mind for the home? All of these are important questions to consider.

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To learn more about what to consider before buying a home site in Maryland, contact Lifetime Series Homes today. And don’t forget, if you’re looking for assistance in your lot search, we can help with that too!

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. 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 Find a New Home Lot in Maryland Faster

September 26th, 2014

Are you searching for a new home lot in Maryland? Finding a lot on which to build your new home isn’t easy. It can be a time-consuming process, and few people have the time to find the lot they want when they want it. If you want to find your new home lot in Maryland faster and more efficiently, lot search assistance from Lifetime Series Homes can help.

Lot Search Assistance in Maryland: Find your Lot Faster

Our lot search assistance tool is designed to help you find the new home lot in Maryland that you’ve been searching for. With our experience in and knowledge of the real estate industry in Maryland, we have access to lot opportunities that those outside of the industry are not aware of or would not be able to find on their own. We utilize all of our resources and network to bring you more than 2,000 homesites in the area in which we build, which is central Maryland. This means a huge range of lots to choose from, one of which is bound to be the right lot for you.

How does the lot search assistance process work?

First, fill out our lot search assistance form. One of our team members will follow up with you within 24 hours to further narrow down your search criteria. This includes factors such as location, budget, lot size, and lot characteristics. Once we’ve got a good handle on exactly what it is you’re looking forward, we’re ready to begin the search.

We plug in your parameters to our database and provide you with a list of home lots in Maryland that meet your criteria, updating them as new lots become available. We also give you access to this tool so you can search home lots on your own. The system can send you automated daily emails with updates as they are made available.

Once you’ve found the lot that is right for you, we begin vetting the home site. This is the process of determining the costs associated with building on this particular lot. These costs are tied to the lots physical characteristics, access to utilities, etc., and can vary greatly.

Once the lot has been vetted, our team uses market data to determine a fair market price. We then help prepare the contract and work through negotiations with you, resulting in your purchase of the lot. Congratulations! You’ve just found your new home lot in Maryland with the help of lot search assistance from Lifetime Series 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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How the Process of Building a Semi-Custom Home in Maryland Works

September 19th, 2014

When constructing a semi-custom home in Maryland, we follow a very specific process to ensure that every step of construction is accounted for and proceeds smoothly. We know how involved building a home can be, which is why we created the Mueller Process, which serves as a careful and systematic guide through the planning and design phases, through financing and construction and closing. The following is an overview of our semi-custom home-building process in Maryland.

The Mueller Process

  1. Pre-Planning – In the first step in the process, we review the needs, desires, taste, and budget for your family. This gives us an idea of the scope of the project and establishes an estimate for a budget early in the process so everyone is on the same page.
  2. Lot Evaluation and Home Plans – The next step is finding a lot that fits your needs and budget, and tailoring a home plan to fit this lot once it is found.
  3. Home Plan Selection – Now is the time to select your home plan from one of our pre-designed templates, and customizing it to fit your needs established in the pre-planning stage.
  4. Finalization of Construction Drawings – In the fourth stage, we finalize the construction plans for your home with the final version of blueprints.
  5. Construction Planning and Building Contacts – After the blueprints, other construction documents and building contracts are finalized, and the Building Agreement is approved.
  6. Financing and Building Permits – The final stage before construction, this is where we finalize financing for construction and obtain a mortgage commitment and building permits.
  7. Construction Begins – Congratulations! Construction has now begun on 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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Why Should You Build a New Home?

September 12th, 2014

When looking for a new home, you have to choices: to look for an existing home on the market, or to build a completely new home from the ground up. In the end, your choice depends on several factors, including your budget and your needs, wants, and personal taste. However, building your own new home has several distinct advantages that may sway you in this direction.

Why Should You Build a New Home?

Energy Efficiency

Lots of improvements have been made with regard to energy efficiency in the construction of homes. Homes today are much more energy efficient than those constructed even just two decades ago, allowing for more efficient distribution of air throughout the home and employing the use of energy efficient appliances, windows, plumbing, and roofing. Over the course of ownership of the home, these considerations will save you a lot of energy and a lot of money.

Health Considerations

New homes are also healthier than their older counterparts. Old homes may have problems with mold and materials that are no longer in use that could be hazardous to your health. Years of dust build up is also common in older homes. In a new home, you can breath easy.

A Good Investment

Buyers prefer newer homes when it comes to the market. If you ever decide to sell, your home will have an advantage over older ones in the area.

Warranty

New homes come with a warranty, which can provide you with peace of mind in the event that something needs attention.

Personal Satisfaction

There’s no feeling quite like owning your own home that you built. Building your own home gives you the feeling that your home is truly yours. In addition, building your own home allows you to give it all the features you’re looking for, which can be difficult to find in an existing 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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http://www.investopedia.com/articles/personal-finance/062614/should-you-buy-or-build-home.asp

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What are the Benefits of Pre-Designed Custom Homes?

September 5th, 2014

Building your own home from the ground-up can be an exciting and rewarding process. However, it can also be stressful and time consuming, especially if you’re unsure what you want from a custom home. This is where pre-designed custom homes can be a great benefit. For homeowners who know they want to build their own home, but aren’t exactly sure what they want or how to go about the process, pre-designed custom home templates are an ideal solution.

What are the Benefits of Pre-Designed Custom Home Templates?

Ready to go Design

If you’re not the most design-inclined person, pre-designed custom home templates help you solve this problem. Our custom home templates offer a wide variety of designs, from small ranchers to large 3,000 sq. ft. plus homes. With 14 designs to choose from, you’re sure to find one that fits what you’re looking for. Plus, our designs are flexible, so if you have a feature you want to add, we can work with you to fit it in. Ready to go and flexible? There’s a combination that can’t be beat.

Time Saving

Normally, the design process takes several months for a custom home. With a pre-designed template, you eliminate this part of the process and save a lot of time, putting you that much closer to living in your new home!

Convenience 

What could be easier than browsing through our design choices to find the one that best fits you? There’s no need to make something out of nothing when something is already there! Pre-designed templates are convenient and allow you to shift the focus from design to construction and ownership.

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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 Build Your New Custom Home in Carroll County?

August 29th, 2014

If you’re thinking of building a new custom home in Maryland, have you considered Carroll County? Conveniently located in central Maryland, Carroll County has easy access to several metropolitan areas while retaining its own charming and peaceful rural flavor. So why should you build your new custom home here? Read on to learn more!

Building Your New Custom Home in Carroll County

Location, Location, Location

The three most important words in real estate. Location is everything, and if you build your new custom home in Carroll County, you get the best of both worlds. Carroll County isn’t far from the metropolitan hubs of Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Whether you’re looking for a simple commute for work or looking to enjoy the many entertainment options of these cities, Carroll County has easy access to both, as well as other local hubs including Westminster, Frederick, and Hagerstown. That’s not to say that you’ll be living in a cramped, urban environment, however. Carroll County is known for its great rural living, with plenty of space and the freedom to stretch out over a few acres. You won’t be left wanting for space here.

Great Custom Home Builders

Due to the amount of space available, custom home builders are focusing their efforts on this county to meet the needs of a population looking to make their home here. And when we say make their home, we mean really make their home their own with a new custom home. Custom homes offer an individualized living space for a family that knows what it needs and wants in a home. Lifetime Series Homes is a custom home builder in Carroll County that offers fast construction of new custom homes for homeowners who are ready to make the move. Please contact us today with any questions or for more information.

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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 Can I Build a Custom Home in Maryland Faster?

August 22nd, 2014

Building a custom home is by nature a time consuming process. From finding and purchasing the lot on which to build, to drawing up designs and blueprints, to breaking ground, the construction process, and financing the entire process, building a custom home in Maryland can be an exercise in patience. However, there are a few ways you can get your custom home built faster. With the help of Lifetime Series Homes, we’ll get your custom home in Maryland built faster. Learn how in this week’s blog.

Build Your Custom Home Faster

Lot Search Assistance

The search for a lot can be time consuming. You want to find the right location, but with limited resources such as public listings, this is easier said than done. With our lot search assistance service, we can help find the right lot for you faster. We have access to more than 2,000 home sites that are unlisted, found only on industry boards and through our network of real estate industry contacts in Maryland. All you have to do is plug in the criteria you’re looking for in your lot, and we’ll cross-check these against our listings, and new ones as they become available. Finding the right home lot in Maryland just got a lot easier.

Pre-Designed Custom Templates

In addition to lot search assistance in Maryland, we also offer 14 custom home templates that are pre-designed and ready to build. They range from cozy ranchers to spacious 2-story single-family homes with more than 3,000 sq ft with which to work. We’ll work with you to adjust the template you like to fit your needs, but already you’ve saved months in the custom home design process. Combine this with the time you’ve saved with lot search assistance, and you’ll be in your custom home in Maryland much faster with help from Lifetime Series 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 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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Three Questions to Ask Your Home Builder in Carroll County

August 15th, 2014

If you’re looking to build a new home in Carroll County, your sure to have a few questions about the home building process. Building your own home is an exciting process but it’s not without it’s stresses. Knowing the answers to important questions can help you know what to expect regarding the construction of your home. You can use the following questions to learn more about the process of building a new home in Carroll County.

Three Questions to Ask Your Home Builder in Carroll County

How Can I Find a Home Site?

Before you can start building, you need a site on which to build. There are sites available through public listings, but many sites are available on industry-only listings, or may be unlisted. Home site search assistance can help you find the right home site for your new home in Carroll County.

What Should I do Before Committing to a Home Site?

Committing to a home site is a big step, and there are a lot of things that need to be examined before this happens. The topography of the home site needs to be examined in order to determine how it meshes with your indoor and outdoor living needs. There may also be environmental considerations and permit fees that have to be accounted for. As your home builder in Carroll County, Lifetime Series homes can work with you to go over the site with a fine tooth comb before you make your decision.

How Long Will it Take to Build?

The time frame for a building a new home can vary depending on several factors such as the size of the home and the weather. An advantage of working with Lifetime Series Homes as your home builder in Carroll County is that our houses are predesigned by our team of architects, which saves an average of 2 to 3 months that would have been spent on designing. Typically, our homes take about 6 months to build. While they are predesigned, we work with you to customize them based on your needs.

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For more information about building a new home in Carroll County, please contact Lifetime Series Homes today.

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 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 Can I Find a Home Site in Central Maryland?

August 8th, 2014

Finding a home site on which to build your new home is a deceptively simple task. Though it may seem easy in concept, finding the site for your new home is actually a very time-consuming and engaging task, especially if you’re going about it on your own. There are a considerable amount of home sites available in central Maryland, but many of these are difficult to find. They may not be available in public listings or may be known only to those in the real estate industry. The ideal home site for you is out there, but finding it on your own is easier said than done.

So what is an aspiring homeowner to do? Home site location assistance is a service provided by Lifetime Series Homes that will help you find the home site you’ve been looking for in central Maryland. This is a simple way to find your new home site, and fortunately, not deceptively so. You provide us with the parameters you’re looking for in terms of acreage, location, etc. We cross check these against our extensive database, with access to more than 2,000 home sites in the central Maryland area. We then provide you with potential home sites that fit your requirements, and keep you informed as new home sites become available. Because we have access to industry sources, we can bring you home sites that aren’t available in public search, and make it easy for you to find the home site you want. For assistance finding your new home site in central Maryland, contact Lifetime Series Homes for home site search assistance.

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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 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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One-Level Living with One-Story Semi-Custom Homes

July 31st, 2014

One-level living offers lots of advantages to the new home owner. One-story homes give you an opportunity to break from the traditional two-story mode and get creative with unique home design. Plus, one-story homes offer a number of benefits like energy efficiency, and improved accessibility. Learn about the benefits of one-level living in this week’s blog. And, don’t forget to check out our 1-story semi-custom home designs.

The Benefits of One-Level Living

Great for Large Lots

If you have a large lot, a one-story home allows you to spread out the floor plan. Smaller lots are more conducive to two-story homes, but as long as you have the land, why not take advantage?

Creative Design

One-story homes can employ creative designs that are more difficult to employ in a two-story home. For example, skylights, and vaulted ceilings. One-story homes also can have more open-spaces, which give your home a larger and inviting feel.

Energy Efficiency

One great thing about one-level living is that you have one less floor to heat and cool. In the long run, you’ll save

Accessibility

Many new home buyers are choosing to build a home that they can grow old in. One-level living is ideal for accessibility, and is a smart investment for the future.

Semi-Custom One-Level Homes in Maryland

If you’re thinking of building a new one-level home in Maryland, Lifetime Series homes offers two beautiful single-story models that can be further customized to suit your needs. To learn more, visit our designs 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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