Opening Doors
Don't just build. Build smart. From home décor to energy efficiency, our Opening Doors articles will inspire you to pursue your dreams.
Questions to Ask When Selecting a Home Builder
There are a few options available to you if you want to utilize the equity from your current home in a new home loan. In this article we discuss some options.
How can I use my current home's equity in the new home loan?
There are a few options available to you if you want to utilize the equity from your current home in a new home loan. In this article we discuss some options.
Why should I find a builder before finding land?
Finding a builder before finding land offers a range of benefits and can greatly streamline the homebuilding process. Here are several reasons why it is recommended to secure a builder first:
Custom Home Design Trends for 2023
Custom home design trends in 2023 are about creating spaces that work for years to come. These homes are livable yet captivating. Designing a custom home that meets your preferences and incorporates trends is what we do at On Your Lot Homes. When it comes to choosing your interior and exterior design preferences, OYL Homes is here to help.
Choosing Your Perfect Lot: 15 Key Considerations
Working with a custom home builder is an exciting opportunity to create a living space that suits your lifestyle and preferences. One of the most critical aspects of the building process is selecting the right lot. While there are many things to consider when choosing a homesite, taking the time to do your research and carefully consider your options can help you make the right decision. In this article, we'll discuss the top 15 things to consider when choosing a lot for a new home.
Choosing a Home Site: Here’s What You Need to Know to Build a Custom Home
Location is everything when it comes to choosing a homesite to build your custom home. Understanding the right questions to ask about your lot will help you better understand your homesite and the required site development. On Your Lot Homes is here to help. Read on to learn how to choose the right site for your new custom home. You need to ask these questions to choose your potential home site.
New Home Budget: How to Narrow Down Your Custom Build Wishlist
Setting a new home budget is a challenging task. You may feel that you need to compromise on building your custom home. You may also need to narrow down your custom-built wish list. On Your Lot Homes is here to help you get started on your custom-built home budget. Read on to learn what goes into a custom home budget, where to focus your budget and must-have custom-built home features. Then, follow these tips to learn how to make your budget more flexible.
The Most Important Questions to Ask Your Builder Before Building a Custom Home
The decision to build a custom home comes with many questions. At OYL Homes, we will guide you through the home-building process. Here are five important questions for your builder before building your custom home.
The OYL Homes Benefits of Building a Custom Home
Everything you need to know about OYL Homes and building a custom home is here! First, learn about the OYL Homes program for building your own home. Second, find out how the custom building process and OYL Homes program benefits work. Third, learn the differences between a custom home vs buying a resale or a tract home. Then, decide whether buying a custom home is right for you.
When to Visit Your New Home's Construction Site
Visiting the home construction site for your new Maryland custom home is exciting! It's another reminder that you will be in your new home in the future. Use site visits to see our work, as OYL Homes support your home's construction. At which milestones should you visit your Maryland new home site? Scott Hare of On Your Lot Homes shares when and how to plan a successful site visit.
Before Building a Custom Home: What Decisions Do Customers Need to Make?
Designing a new custom home requires decision-making, planning, and risk management. At OYL Homes, we help make the home building process crystal clear from the start. We will help you build a custom home tailored to you and your preferences. Let us help open up the possibilities and opportunities your new home creates!
Construction-To-Permanent Financing Process
Construction-to-Permanent financing or C-to-P financing is typical for homebuyers looking to build a custom home. At On Your Lot Homes, our preferred lenders will guide you step by step through this unique loan product. Here is an overview of the construction-to-permanent financing process and what to expect.
How to Bring Personality to Your New Home to Avoid Looking Generic
Read on to learn how to avoid your new custom home looking generic. Here is what we recommend at On Your Lot Homes to make your new home look and feel more 'custom' without breaking the bank.
Understanding New Home Pricing: What Is It and How Does It Work?
At On Your Lot Homes, we want to give you a clear idea of the cost associated with each phase of the home-building process to allow you the flexibility to place value on the things most important to you. By doing so, you can make the best decision for your custom home-building budget.
What are the Benefits of a Pre-Construction Meeting for Customers?
At On Your Lot Homes, we consider the pre-construction meeting to be one of the most important and beneficial milestones in the home-building process. Pre-construction ensures that what is contracted for is realized. Here is how a pre-construction meeting works and its benefits for customers.
Purchasing Raw Land: How to Avoid Your Homesite Becoming Just a Campsite
Gregory Phillips, President of On Your Lot Homes in Columbia, Maryland, describes the process of purchasing raw land to build a custom home. The veteran land agent has worked in real estate for 35 years and has focused on land transactions for 25 years.
New Custom Home Buyer Mistakes We See Too Often
Building your new custom home should be exciting and fun. Unless you've built a custom home before, you are likely unaware of the challenges some new homeowners face. You should know a few things to help you avoid the pitfalls of building a custom home.