LET’S BRING YOUR VISION TO LIFE.
CUSTOM BUILD
North Carolina's coast: you know how it goes… sugary sand between your toes, vibrant towns with charming vibes, and scenery straight out of a magazine. Basically, the perfect canvas for your dream home. But hold on a sec, navigating the new construction scene can feel like you're lost at sea without a paddle. That's where I come in, your personal beachside building buddy! With loads of experience and a serious passion for the custom process, there’s no need to stress, let's build something amazing!
MY PHILOSOPHY
Transparency is the Key [to getting your keys]
Forget the smoke and mirrors. I believe in open communication, a deep understanding of your vision, and a healthy dose of humor (because seriously, building a house shouldn't feel like brain surgery). I believe building a home shouldn't be stressful, but an exciting journey where you feel empowered, educated, and confident every step of the way.
THE heart BEHIND WHAT I DO
By now, you’ve probably discovered that my husband and I have custom built two homes for ourselves. He is a construction manager for a well-known custom home builder in the area, and I have closely partnered with many builders for my clients’ dream homes. This insider knowledge lets me connect you with the best builders and desirable neighborhoods. It’s like I’m a wedding planner…. But for a home build!
Let’s build together!
From understanding your land opportunities to demystifying contract terms and finally to navigating the nails and studs [literally!], I'll act as your trusted advisor throughout the entire process. I'll advocate for your interests, ensuring every detail reflects your vision and maximizes the value of your investment.
WHY HIRE ME?
YOUR LOCAL ADVOCATE.
Advice on routes for financing, cash payment, and property transfer.
Exploring land and lot opportunities.
Deciphering the difference between track/production builders, semi-custom builders, and fully custom builders.
Floor plan and interior selections assistance.
Exploration of mortgage lenders, insurance providers, and vendors for inspections on the property.
Assistance in negotiating the build contract.
I’ll serve as a liaison between you and the builder so that you have an advocate when you can’t be present or need an extra vote of confidence.
Input when you have those inevitable “is this normal?” questions.
Walkthroughs, video tours, photo updates, and tons of communication.
Assistance with the preparation for closing day!
WHEN YOU & I TEAM UP,
HERE ARE SOME OF THE THINGS YOU CAN EXPECT:
frequently asked questions
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This really depends on a lot of factors. There are multiple pathways you can pursue in new construction. For example, there are production-style homes; these are the homes you see most often. With their predetermined neighborhoods, floor plans, and set selections, we can often catch a new construction home with only a few months left in the construction process.
A large portion of my business is dedicated to those looking to pursue a custom home. In this case, we often spend a couple of months looking for the right parcel of land, and then another 10-13 months building the home.
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New construction homes don’t require you to be savvy in the areas of design and and interiors. Of course, your preferences will be considered, but you can defer to the builder as much as you’d like. We have an inventory of pre-drawn floor plans that you can sort through so that you don’t feel like you’re starting entirely from scratch.
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In some ways, purchasing a new construction home can be similar to purchasing a preexisting home. We can often use VA loans, conventional loans, and other typical loan products. With fully custom homes, there is a unique product known as a Construction-to-Permanent loan. This is not offered by all mortgage lenders, but I have some great partnerships that you can explore that offer some attractive programs.
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I get this all the time. Living near the beach in North Carolina brings up a lot of concerns around water. Not all flood zones are scary zones. I can walk you through the “lay of the land”, and we can talk to insurance providers about what you’ll need to feel confident. Fun fact: both homes that my husband and I built have been in AE flood zones! We were not afraid because we were educated.
WHO PAYS ME?
THE SINGLE MOST ASKED QUESTION.
99% OF THE TIME, THE BUILDER PAYS ME.
But we should really break this concept down. In nearly all of recent NC real estate history, the seller has paid for the buyer to have their own representation in the transaction. With there being a cost entailed, the seller ensures that they are asking enough money from the buyer in order to cover the costs of the sale of the home.
The same is true for a builder. Fortunately, nearly all builders have leveled the playing field and have decided to factor this into their budget regardless of whether a buyer brings their own representation or not.
For you, I recommend taking advantage of this budgetary consideration and utilize having your own representation to its fullest extent.
Ready to build your dream home?
NAVIGATE YOUR NEW
CONSTRUCTION
WITH A LOCAL’S INSIGHT
I’m here to remind you of the responsibilities you have as well as the rights you have and help you coordinate those events to flow seamlessly with the builder’s timeline.