Building Your Dream Home 101

'1' indicates a very high level of interest and '4' indicates no interest.
Level of interest: 1 2 3 4
Site Selection:
Take into account:
  • What is the access to the lot?
  • What limitations on equipment and design does the topography entail?
  • What is the best orientation for a building with respect to the sun?
  • How do the CC&R's restrict the use of the lot?
  • How about zoning requirements?
  • What easements are on the property that may restrict its use?
Level of interest: 1 2 3 4
Permit Importance:
Take into account:
  • Why are there separate loans for land acquisition and construction?
  • What is a 'take-out' loan?
  • How do I pay the contractors as work progresses?
Level of interest: 1 2 3 4
Design:
Take into account:
  • What are 'stock plans'?
  • How are they different from custom plans?
  • Can I draw the plans myself?
  • How do I interact with an architect?
  • How can I make sure that the materials used will provide the most efficient energy use?
  • What is the cost of change orders during construction?
  • What are the principal things I should keep in mind to enhance the resale value of my home?
Level of interest: 1 2 3 4
Materials:
Take into account:
  • What do I need to know to safely evaluate the various types of construction materials and how do I shop for the best price?
Level of interest: 1 2 3 4
Bids from Contractors and Sub-Contractors:
Take into account:
  • What type of contract do I need to have with the general contractor, sub-contractors and material suppliers?
  • How do I check references?
  • What kind of insurance for workers on my job site do I need ?
  • Is worker's compensation, liability and builder's risk insurance necessary and where do I find the providers for this type of insurance?
  • What about natural disaster insurance during construction?
Level of interest: 1 2 3 4
Liens:
Take into account:
  • What are liens, what do they accomplish, and how do I protect myself from them?
Level of interest: 1 2 3 4
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