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Custom Homes
Do You Have to Be Rich to Build a Custom Home?
NewHomeSource bust they myth that custom homes have to be expensive, and gives you some tricks to save money as you build.
By Julie G. | Dec. 10, 2025
Financing
Understanding Home Construction Loans
Learn about the home construction loan, a great alternative to conventional mortgages to help finance a custom home.
By Julie G. | Nov. 22, 2025
Custom Homes
What Lighting is Best for Each Room in Your New Home?
Lighting is not a one-size-fits-all solution. NewHomeSource spoke with two lighting design experts to share what lighting is best for ea...
By Julie G. | Nov. 17, 2025
Custom Homes
The Ins and Outs of Infill Property
Infill construction lets homeowners build a new construction home close in a big city or established neighborhood, though there are some...
By Susan B. | Nov. 5, 2025
Custom Homes
Can I Build a Small Custom Home?
Custom-built homes don’t have to be giant mansions. If you are looking to build a custom home on a smaller scale, here’s what to conside...
By Sue D. | Nov. 4, 2025
Design
Choosing the Right Fireplace for Your New Home
Fireplaces are a great addition to cozy up the house. Read on for our guide to choosing the perfect fireplace for your new home!
By Carmen C. | Nov. 4, 2025
Custom Homes
Are Custom Homes Worth It?
A custom home is perfect for families. Custom homes are more time consuming and costly to build, so are they worth building over a produ...
By Julie G. | Nov. 3, 2025
Custom Homes
How to Choose the Right Lot for Your Custom Build
Building a custom home and need to buy a lot, but you’re not sure where to start? We give you a rundown of everything you need to know a...
By Julie G. | Nov. 3, 2025
Families
New Home, New Adventure: Moving with Kids Made Easier
Moving into a new construction home with kids? These expert tips will help you plan, pack, and settle in – minus the stress.
By Julie G. | Oct. 28, 2025
Custom Homes
Going Up: Elevators in New Homes are on the Rise
NewHomeSource makes the case for including an elevator in your new home!
By Sarah K. | Oct. 27, 2025
Custom Homes
How to Build the Custom Home of Your Dreams
You’ve imagined your dream home, but how do you build it? We cover all ways you can customize your new build and how to it your forever ...
By Julie G. | Sep. 25, 2025
Custom Homes
9 Benefits of Rural and Suburban Housing
Building a home in the suburbs or a rural part of your state? Here are nine benefits awaiting you as your construct your dream home in y...
By Carmen C. | Sep. 23, 2025
Custom Homes
Top 5 Reasons Millennials Should Build a Custom Home
NewHomeSource breaks down the top five reasons why Millennials should build a custom home when they invest in homeownership.
By Julie G. | Sep. 22, 2025
Custom Homes
The Joys of an Architect-Designed Home
When building a custom home, you can hire an architect to design your new home. Here's a look at how three architects worked with their ...
By Boyce T. | Sep. 19, 2025
Custom Homes
Considering Resale Value When Building a Custom Home on Your Lot
When building a custom home, how much emphasis should you place on resale value? Are there options that are great for you and future buy...
By Rachel K. | Sep. 18, 2025
Build
A Step-by-Step Guide to the Home Building Process
Here are the 10 steps to building a new construction home from the moment your builder breaks ground on your lot, to the final inspectio...
By Staff | Sep. 12, 2025
Build
15 Questions to Ask When Selecting a Home Builder
Here are 15 questions that home shoppers should ask when looking for a homebuilder to help them on their journey to homeownership.
By Kian Z. | Sep. 11, 2025
Custom Homes
Guest Quarters: Is a Guest House or Casita Right for You?
A guest house is one way that you can have guests over to visit for extended periods of time, while also giving you and your guests priv...
By Julie G. | Sep. 8, 2025
Buy
Building a New Home? 3 Steps to Balance Must-Haves, Needs, and Wants
Learn how to prioritize must-haves, needs, and wants when building a new construction home so you can stay on budget without sacrificing...
By James K. | Aug. 29, 2025
Homebuyer Trends
What Is House Hacking? 8 Things You Need to Know About Using Your Home to Generate Income
Using your home to passively generate income, also called house hacking, is an increasingly popular way for homeowners to offset their h...
By James K. | Aug. 8, 2025