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Planning Ahead for Remodeling
There are several important, yet daunting
decisions to be made during a home building or remodeling
project. Decisions include negotiating the planning/permitting
process, when to start building, selecting the right professionals,
and means of payment. It is a known fact that the more time
you put into planning and making careful decisions, the
less amount of problems you will run into during the process.
Planning and preparation will vary depending on the size
and difficulty of your project.
Areas to focus home remodel planning on:
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When to start Building? January is
the most common time for building. It allows for time
to get the project "permit ready" and the construction
underway.
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Developing a floor plan and other construction
designs: There are several unique design professionals
that should be carefully interviewed for your project.
You may find that you want one person to build your
home, but another to design it.
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Carefully selecting a design professional:
There are several important questions to ask. You want
to make sure that you are hiring the unique home builder
and design professional that is familiar with your project
and can suit your needs the best.
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If they are a local contractor, are
they licensed and registered with the state?
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How long have they been in business?
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Do they carry insurance? If so,
what type?
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Can they provide recent, reliable
references?
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Are they familiar with your budget?
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Do they understand your time and
availability?
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Do you enjoy their personal taste
revealed through past projects?
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How many projects similar to yours
have they completed in the last year?
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How do you plan to pay for your remodel?
If you are planning on taking a loan out, be sure to
consider all the hold ups. Consider the amount of time
it will take for the lender to review the plan and make
a decision. Also, take into account the time that your
loan officer will be taking off due to vacations and
other events. These small interruptions will affect
the amount of time it takes for you to finish your project.
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