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Spring Construction Guide 2017

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Advantages of Building a Home

Inside Advantages of Building a Home............................4

Green Shoot Media

Raised Beds Enhance Today’s Home Garden........................................................ 16

Building a home is part of the American dream, but to do it right, many things need to be considered. Many people automatically assume that buying a new or older pre-existing home is the best deal, but this may not always be the case. Building can actually save you money — and the headaches of numerous repairs — in the long run. The key to navigating a successful build process is doing your research and finding the right contractors. Read on for a few reasons why building a home makes the most sense in today’s real estate market.

3 Amenities Topping Home Buyer Wish Lists..... 17

Design

Making Smart Hires................................................5 Construction Costs.................................................8 Financing Your First Home....................................9 Implementing Universal Design in Your Home........................................................10 Top Design Trends for 2017.................................. 14 New Year, New-to-You Home............................... 15

How Much Is ‘Green’ Worth to You?.................... 18 The Digital House Hunt........................................ 19

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The most obvious advantage of building a new home is being able to create exactly what you want. New home owners can have a say in every facet of the process or choose from a book of available floor plans from their builder. Either way, the freedom of building a home can be liberating. It also can be overwhelming for some people. That’s why having a strong network is key. Home designers can perfectly match a home to the owner’s personal style so that the home will reflect their personality and taste. That means there will be no need for expensive changes down the line. The latest trends can be incorporated, too. These can include open floor plans, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, hardwood floors and durable tiles, to name a few. However how you decide to lay out the

home and what you choose these types of benefits. Even to fill it with is entirely up to if they don’t offer them, they you. may be able to save you money in other ways that make sense for your budget and Resources goals. Home builders and conOne of the biggest benefits tractors are the experts. They of building your home is that provide incentives such as your community as a whole discounts to encourage po- will benefit. The process will tential new homeowners to require local contractors, debuild. Some suppliers also signers, vendors, suppliers will give a builder’s discount and hardware stores. This so you receive cost-reduced means that the money you materials for your building spend on your new home is project. providing a boost to your Ask your local builders, local economy, and that’s a designers and suppliers about great investment.

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Making Smart Hires Green Shoot Media You may find the home building process a bit like being a boss. There are multiple balls to juggle and stringent deadlines to meet. There are various moving parts, contractors to choose and checks to sign. Building a home also will require the hiring of many people for different jobs. Starting the home building project with smart hires is the only way to go. So how do you make sure this happens? You’ll need connections, trust and some luck along the way, but orchestrating an enjoyable building experience is definitely within reach.

Contractors Hiring an architect or contractor is the first piece of business. Many of them handle the hiring of sub-contractors themselves, so it’s important that you trust their judgment of character, integrity and work ethic. According to the Federal Trade Commission, these are the types of contractors involved in a new home build: General contractor, who manages all aspects of a project, including hiring and supervising subcontractors, getting building permits and scheduling inspections.

Specialty contractor, who installs particular products, such as cabinets and bathroom fixtures. This also can include a pool installer or solar system expert. Architect, who designs homes, additions and major renovations - especially ones involving structural changes. Designer or design-builder contractor, who provides both services.

Research/Questions To find the right contractors, why not start with your local network? Ask friends, neighbors or co-workers about local contractors and firms. Check out

your local newspaper for ads in the daily section or classifieds section. Put out the question to your social media networks to see who your friends and family endorse. Look for a currently licensed and established company that is insured appropriately. Ask for references and always ask to review required building permits. Remember that final cost isn’t always the most important factor. In the end, you want to be comfortable asking questions and making changes with your contractor. It’s important to find a hard worker who also understands your personality and goals.

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Live maintenance in the Blue Moon Patio Homes. Well appointed, vaulted ceilings, solid surface counter tops, hardwood floors. Spacious kitchen, main floor laundry with sink & storage with hanging rod, tile master shower. $395,000 ML# 270473 Area 07--Northwest

Perfect for the on-the-go homeowner. The design and finishes in this patio home are stunning. A striking gourmet kitchen will definitely impress. Lavish master suite with spacious spa like bathroom. Borders green belt and walking path. $459,900 ML# 264157 Area 07--Northwest

A New Design Builder’s Custom (Boyer). 4-bedrooms, 3-bathrooms, Large utility. Family room, Vaulted ceilings, Gas f.p. 10,000 sf lot, sprinkled & sodded. 3-car attached garage. $384,500 ML# 263901 Area 07--Northwest

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Construction Costs Green Shoot Media The National Association of Home Builders’ 2015 Construction survey provides invaluable information on construction costs for anyone considering building their dream home. The results are broad and based on national averages of construction costs. There are many factors taken into consideration by the survey, including building practices, the cost of labor, the cost of land, and to some extent, the cost of the materials. These costs can vary from place to place and depend on the nature of the particular home being built. Always obtain solid es-

timates from your contractors to have a clear understanding of your potential costs. To compile their numbers, the National Association of Home Builders required contractors to break down the sales price of an average single-family home built by their firm into seven categories: finished lot cost, total construction cost, financing cost, overhead and general expenses, marketing costs, sales commission and profit. Here are some findings from the 2015 national survey that may shed some light on building costs: The average size of the home was 2,802 square feet. The average lot size was

In 2015, the average size of a home was 2,802 square feet.

Courtesy of NAHB

20,129 square feet. The average lot cost per square foot was $4.20. The average price of the new single-family home was $468,318. The average construction cost of a single-family home was $289,415. The cost of construction per square foot rose from $80 per square foot in 2011 to $95 per square foot in 2013 to $103 per square foot in 2015. The total construction cost of a home accounted for 61.8 percent of the sales price. The finished lot accounts for 18.2 percent. Builder profits were 9.0 percent. Overhead and general ex-

penses, which were at an all-time low of 4.3 percent in 2013, rebounded to a more historically typical 5.6 percent. The share of construction costs going to “excavation, foundation, concrete, retaining walls and backfill” jumped to 11.3 percent. Of the eight major stages of construction, interior finishes at 29.6 percent accounted for the largest share of construction costs, followed by framing (18.0 percent), exterior finishes (15.0 percent), major system rough-ins (13.1 percent), foundations (11.6 percent), site work (5.6 percent), final steps (6.8 percent) and other costs (0.5 percent).

Courtesy of NAHB

In 2015, the average lot size of a home was 20,129 feet - about a half an acre.

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Simple Steps to Financing Your First Home By KIMBERLY WELZENBACH CEO, Home Builders Association of Billings As the economy continues to grow and consumer confidence steadily rises, many first-time home buyers – including millennials – are gearing up to become home owners. Yet, the abundant amount of paperwork involved in the home financing process can intimidate even the most eager of prospective home buyers. Fortunately, with advanced preparation and a personalized to-do list, new home buyers can easily stay on top of the financing process. You need to decide how much to spend on your home and which type of mortgage will work best for you, as well as understand the settlement process. Before you visit a sales office, model home or open house, you should take advantage of the many sources that can help ensure you’re in the best possible financial situation.

Be Realistic About What You Can Afford Figure out what you can comfortably pay on a monthly basis. Write down all your monthly expenses including loan payments, utilities, insurance, credit cards and don’t forget food, clothing and entertainment expenditures. determining the When monthly payment that’s within your reach, remember that in addition to the monthly principal and interest, you will also be paying into escrows for property taxes, hazard insurance and possibly mortgage insurance or a home owners or condominium association assessment. Many real estate-focused websites have mortgage calculators that are a great way to figure out

what your monthly payments by visiting hud.gov or calling appraisal. would be based on current in- HUD’s interactive voice system Qualifying for a mortgage terest rates and down payment at (800) 569-4287. and saving for a downpayment amounts. remain primary obstacles to homeownership. To address Pre-Qualify for these issues, Fannie Mae and Pay Down Your Debts Your Home Mortgage Freddie Mac offer low-downDebt that you carry on your To ensure the financing pro- payment mortgage programs credit cards will limit the loan cess goes smoothly, buyers geared primarily toward the amount that your lender will ap- should consider pre-qualifying first-time home buyer market. prove. Lenders typically want to for a mortgage and having a fiThese lenders will now offer see a total debt service ratio that nancing commitment in place mortgages with 3% downpayis less than 40 percent of your before shopping for a new home. ments, allowing more creditmonthly income. Buyers also may find that some worthy borrowers who lack the home builders have arranged favorable financing for their funds for a large downpayment Get Objective Advice customers or offer financial in- to obtain a home mortgage. After taking these steps to get Attend a first-time home buy- centives. Pre-approval also ening seminar or talk to a credit ables you to quickly make an your financing in order, finding counselor who does not work for offer when you find a home, and your first home will be a much a lender. The U.S. Department is attractive to sellers who are more enjoyable experience. For of Housing and Urban Devel- considering multiple offers. A more information to help ease opment (HUD) offers free hous- lender’s pre-approval would still the first-time home-buying ing counseling and seminars. be subject to a final verification stress, contact the Home BuildYou can find more information of your credit and a satisfactory ers Association of Billings.

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Five Ways to Implement Universal Design in Your Home

#5 Use lever door handles.

#1 Widen doorways and hallways to accommodate strollers or wheelchairs.

By KIMBERLY WELZENBACH Universal design is the deCEO, Home Builders sign of products and environAssociation of Billings ments to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re raising a without the need for adaptation young family or beginning to or specialized design at a later enjoy an empty nest, the design point in time. Universal design of your home should meet your enhances traditional design by changing needs. Families look- incorporating elements that ofing to customize their homes fer comfort, convenience and to suit their lifestyles both now ease of use. and in the future can easily imMultigenerational families plement universal design tech- and first-time home owners alike will appreciate the often niques.

simple and inexpensive changes that make homes livable for all household members, regardless of age or ability. Homes with universal design are more user-friendly, require lower maintenance and complement an easy-living lifestyle. Here are five ways to implement universal design in your home: 1. Widen your doorways and hallways to accommodate strollers or relatives who might use a wheelchair. This allows everyone and everything to move more easily in and out of the house, and from room to room. Experts recommend 36-inch wide doors and 42-inch wide halls and stairways. 2. Build a step-less porch entry that will increase access and convenience without compromising aesthetics. 3. Install non-slip surfaces on floors and bathtubs to help everyone stay sturdy on their feet. 4. Install handrails on steps and grab bars in bathrooms to provide more support for household members of all ages. 5. Use lever door handles. This easy-grip hardware allows family members and guests to more

effortlessly open and close doors. Plus, you can switch out your faucet and drawer handles with C-shape or D-shape hardware for even greater ease of use. Home building and remodeling professionals who have earned the Certified Aging-inPlace Specialist (CAPS), Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) or Graduate Master Remodeler (GMR) designations have received training on how to build or renovate a home so that the occupants can live in the home safely, independently and comfortably, regardless of their age or ability level. They have been taught the strategies and techniques for designing and building aesthetically pleasing, barrier-free living environments. While most CAPS professionals are remodelers, an increasing number are general contractors, designers, architects, and health care professionals. To learn more about universal design or to find a home building or remodeling professional in the Billings area, contact The Home Builders Association at 406-252-7533 or online at www. HBABillings.net.

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Top Design Trends for 2017 By KIMBERLY WELZENBACH to today’s contemporary interiors. CEO, Home Builders Some designs featured a unique spin Association of Billings by adjusting the width of the boards to create a more customized feel. Curious about the latest home design trends? At the start of each Re-purposed space year, the Best in American Living Designers are increasingly utiAwards (BALA) recognizes dozens of new projects from this past year lizing the space under staircases that featured the most innovative for more than just storage. These layouts and eye-catching design areas are great for installing bookshelves, displaying art or creating elements. Among a wide variety of a nook for pets. One BALA winner award-winning homes, several de- even included an entire bar under sign trends are evident and will be the living room stairs. sure to gain the attention of those who might soon be buying, sell- Prominent wine storage ing or remodeling a home. Some of Many new kitchens today inthese trends include: clude floor-to-ceiling wine storage

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with customized wine racks, glass doors and display lighting.

Demand continues to rise for farmhouse sinks, repurposed White on white wood siding for interior design deA long-standing trend remains tails and barn doors customized intact, as many BALA winners for a more contemporary feel that featured a clean combo of white on incorporates glass, white tints and white, most notably in kitchens. metal hardware.

Natural wood beams From remodels to new homes, wood beams left in their original state add a natural touch and create a focal point in interiors. Also, this year’s BALA winners included several homes with natural wood ceilings which add warmth and can be used in either traditional or more contemporary designs.

Shiplap inside and out Horizontal shiplap – or long, overlapping panels of wood – is an increasingly popular choice for exteriors and is also featured in entryways, stairwells and living rooms.

Board and batten Many BALA winners used this type of wainscoting either as exterior siding or to add a classic touch

Big showers and tubs Showers keep getting bigger and free-standing tubs have become increasingly luxurious. Walk-in showers with wall-to-wall glass are the most sought after.

Metal roofs A large number of new custom homes in regions across the country are favoring metal roofs. The trend isn’t solely among modern homes, but traditional homes as well. For more information about the latest designs that could be incorporated within your home, or to find a builder in your area that can create the new home of your dreams, contact the Home Builders Association of Billings at 406-252-7533 or online at HBABillings.net.

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New Year, New-to-You Home By KIMBERLY WELZENBACH or a reupholstered love seat can CEO, Home Builders refresh a room’s look. A new cofAssociation of Billings fee table or area rug will also help change a room’s appearance and It’s the New Year, and you’d like serve as a new focal point. Or, to rejuvenate your home. You’re even without new furnishings or not going to move walls or build an upholstery, rearranging a seating addition. But you’d like to breathe some new life into what you have. group to face a different direction Here are a few easy updates you can breathe new life into the room. can do to make your house seem Consider hanging a wall mirror to create the sense of additional space instantly new to you. around a cozy grouping of furniPaint a room’s trim ture. Refresh your main living space by painting the trim. Crisp base- Add fresh accessories boards and moldings go a long way Pillows and throws can quickto revitalizing the whole room. ly change a room’s style by adding Bright white is a classic color that vibrant colors or calming neutrals, will complement any décor style. while also enhancing warmth and Ceiling-to-floor length Replace or recover a piece of comfort. drapes hung just outside a winfurniture dow’s width seem to expand the Even one new living room chair room up and out.

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Raised Beds Enhance Today’s Home Garden By KIMBERLY WELZENBACH CEO, Home Builders Association of Billings A charming landscaping feature that delivers homegrown vegetables, herbs and fresh flowers without a trip to the farmer’s market – it’s no wonder raised-bed gardens are popping up in neighborhoods around the country. A raised garden bed sits above its surroundings in a lush display of color and edible bounty whose care and maintenance is easy on the back and knees. Occupying whatever sunny space is available, framed in wood, stone, corrugated metal, a single bed or several in a pleasing configuration, raised beds may be anywhere from 6 inches to 3 or more feet high. Ideally, the beds will be no more than 4 feet across, allowing the gardener to reach into all parts of the bed from the edge. Surround multiple raised beds with mulch or crushed stone pathways in a regularly spaced formal configuration or create meandering or zigzag designs. Tier progressively smaller beds atop one another to create a layered, cascading effect. Naturally rot-resistant wood such as cedar or redwood creates a longer lasting frame, but thick planks of pine, recycled plastic deck lumber, stone, brick, cinder block and corrugated metal sheeting all create their own looks and will endure. Or start with a raised-bed kit — home and gardening supply stores offer them in many varieties and sizes. Spreading weed-suppressing fabric or using thick layers of newspaper, wetted with a hose, where the bed will be placed is all the ground preparation necessary, as long as the raised bed is deep enough to accommodate the roots of your plants.

Create Optimal Growing Conditions A raised bed enhances your garden’s yield. Soil that is fertile and stays loose supports denser plantings than a traditional plot. Plants are arranged close enough to touch when full grown to create a lush display of foliage and color. Fill your raised bed with a soil made up of plenty of organic material such as compost, peat moss and decomposed manure mixed with top soil and sand or perlite to promote good drainage. Because no one is stepping on the garden to tend to it or pick vegetables, the soil stays loose, allowing roots to expand freely and promoting quick and healthy plant growth. Plant vegetables for sequential harvest: Replace early-producing plants with those that grow later in the season, all interspersed with long-growing herbs. Planting flowers among the vegetables and herbs add color and attracts bees and butterflies to pollinate your crops.

Edible flowers such as nasturtiums, lavender and pansies enliven the garden’s color and may be used as a garnish or salad ingredient. Proper composition and the elevation of the soil provide optimal drainage, which helps your plants thrive. In dry times, the excellent drainage means the garden requires regular watering. Create a simple and efficient watering system by laying soaker hoses along the surface of the soil between plants. Organic mulches such as straw or wood chips can help retain moisture and moderate soil temperature in hot, dry weather.

Enjoy Comfort and Ease of Maintenance Take a seat on the edge of the frame or pull up a gardening stool to tend or harvest your raised bed in comfort. Wooden frames may be built with a sill wide enough to double as a seat, making them comfortably accessible without stooping or kneeling.

By controlling the soil that goes in, you can minimize the weed seeds present in the soil. And because plants in a raised bed grow closely spaced, they crowd out many weeds. You can spend more of your gardening time planting and harvesting, and when a few weeds do show up, they are all within reach and easily pulled out of the loose soil. All ages can enjoy gardening a raised bed. They’re great for gardening with children, who can help plant and weed without stepping on and compacting the garden soil. Beds can be built tall and narrow enough to be accessible from a wheelchair or be placed on a table-like frame for that purpose. Numerous how-to’s are available online to guide you through building your own raised garden from scratch. Check out Pinterest for designs in various materials and creative looks. And contact the Home Builders Association of Billings to find a professional to help you plan your dream garden and landscape.

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3 Amenities Topping Home Buyer Wish Lists By KIMBERLY WELZENBACH Xers (born 1965 to 1979), and milCEO, Home Builders lennials (born after 1979). Though the priority rankings Association of Billings vary slightly between generations, Preferences in home styles and the study reveals these differfeatures have evolved significantly ent age groups actually have very over the years. But even though the similar tastes. Among the top four wants and needs of home buyers most-wanted amenities, three vary widely among different de- were the same for every age group: mographics, a majority of buyers – A community that is: 1. Typically suburban regardless of their age – are looking 2. Close to parks for similar community amenities. 3. Has access to A recent study conducted by walking trails the National Association of Home All of the groups – except milBuilders shows which community characteristics are the most sought lennials – ranked “close proxafter. The study, Housing Prefer- imity to retail space” in their top ences of the Baby Boomer Genera- four. Millennials, instead, chose tion, captured the opinions of more playgrounds as their fourth-mostthan 4,300 recent and prospective wanted community amenity. (Genhome buyers and compared the Xers ranked playgrounds at No. 8.) wants of baby boomers (born be- The other most desirable commutween 1946 and 1964) to those of nity amenities listed by all of the seniors (born before 1946), Gen- age groups included: a swimming

pool, lake access and an exercise room. When comparing the groups’ lists of their top eight amenities, only two items varied: Playgrounds - Not surprisingly, the majority of seniors and boomers have very little interest in these kid-focused recreation areas. Outdoor maintenance service - Apparently, the younger two generations prefer to do their own

yard work. In addition to community amenities, the survey identified many other items, including preferences in home size and layout. Sixty-four percent of all prospective buyers said they want a single-story home, but that figure is largely driven by seniors and baby boomers. Less than half of Gen Xers and barely a third of millennials are interested single-story living. Across all generations, however, the majority of consumers can agree on at least one thing: Lugging laundry up and down stairs is a hassle. Most say they want the laundry room on the first floor. To learn more about the latest design trends and timeless features that add value to a home and a community, visit HBABillings. net and click on “Home Owners & Buyers”.

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How Much Is ‘Green’ Worth to You? By KIMBERLY WELZENBACH ties than they were in 2012, the last time NAHB posed the question. CEO, Home Builders At that time, the average amount Association of Billings buyers were willing to invest up If you could save $1,000 each front in efficiency came in at just year on your total utility costs, slightly more than $7,000. NAHB’s home buyer preferenchow much more would you be willing to pay up front to purchase es survey asked consumers to rank your next home? green features according to desirAccording to a recent survey by ability. Some of the items included: the National Association of Home Energy-efficient appliBuilders (NAHB), home buyers, ances – Ninety percent of responon average, are willing to spend an dents specifically ranked ENERGY extra $10,700 to save $1,000 a year STAR appliances as either desiron their utility bills. An invest- able or essential. The ENERGY ment of that size would essentially STAR program has been around pay for itself within 10 years—the since 1992 and has spurred the maximum amount of payback development of countless energytime for energy-saving measures and cost-saving home appliances to still be considered “cost effec- including washers and dryers, retive,” as defined by industry ex- frigerators and freezers, heating and cooling systems, lighting and perts at NAHB. The responses indicate today’s windows, etc. Above-code insulation – home buyers are more interested in going green and saving on utili- One of the most impactful ways to

minimize energy consumption is to install optimal amounts of insulation during initial construction. Not only are heating and cooling costs reduced, but overall comfort is improved. In the NAHB survey, 81 percent of consumers rated above-code insulation essential or desirable. Water-conserving features – Dual flush toilets and lowflow faucets and shower heads that promote water efficiency are very popular and rated essential or desirable by 72 percent of consumers. Tankless water heaters, which produce on-demand hot water and eliminate the costs of maintaining a tank of standby hot water, were also desirable green components, rated essential or desirable by 67 percent. Solar-powered heating and cooling – Though ranked last among features listed in the

green section of NAHB’s survey, solar elements were considered to be desirable or essential among 61 percent of respondents. For a large number of consumers, investing in energy-efficient features for their home is a very big commitment. While most will say they desire energy efficiency, there is a limit to how much they are willing to pay for it. Nearly half of the respondents to NAHB’s survey indicated they would need to see their investment pay for itself within five years, which further emphasizes the demand for an even wider variety of products that offer energy efficiency at all price points. To learn more about the latest green products and building techniques available to you, contact the Home Builders Association of Billings at 406-252-7533 or online at HBABillings.net.

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