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READ MORE How to Choose Exterior Products Based on the Style of Your Home NOVEMBER 22, 2021 With so many exterior building products readily available, it can be tempting to use as many as possible. We reached out to our friends at Ply Gem to learn more about choosing exterior products to create a cohesive style. Adding multiple materials whether it be different types of siding, stone or brick can... READ MORE By Chance in a Charleston Modern Farmhouse: Sarah and Joel’s Homeowner Story NOVEMBER 15, 2021 Call it a coincidence, a happy accident, or a surprising piece of luck. A robust housing market doesn’t often leave much to happenstance. For homeowner’s Sarah and Joel of Durham, NC however, it was just that: a fortuitous visit to a local restaurant that would lead them to finding the perfect lot of land on... READ MORE 3D Guided Tours Available Online NOVEMBER 12, 2021 Continue your new home search online! We have plenty of 3D Guided Tours available for you to watch. Take a look below at our complete list. Maplewood 3,337 sq.ft. | 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms Bloomfield 3,353 sq.ft. | 5 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms Stillwater 2,721 sq.ft. | 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms... READ MORE Feeling More Connected: Edward and Kate’s Homeowner Story NOVEMBER 08, 2021 “Our old house just made us feel disjointed and disconnected,” recalled the couple. “Especially when entertaining.” When their search for a new home began, Edward and Kate knew they wanted to move closer to family and friends in a home with an open floorplan. But as the pandemic unfolded and the housing market... READ MORE Lauran and Jordan’s Homeowner Story: Surprised At How Affordable Building A Truly Custom Home Is NOVEMBER 01, 2021 Like so many couples, Lauran and Jordan hoped to build their own home one day, but they were sure it was a down-the-road goal, not something they could do anytime soon. As a teacher, Lauran says, she didn’t make much money, but a side gig as a social media marketer was starting to pay off. The financial feasibility... READ MORE Ten Considerations How to Position Your Home on Your Lot OCTOBER 25, 2021 Sometimes it starts with a piece of land. Many of our customer’s homeowner stories begin this way: a few acres in an inspired location where they’ve always wanted to put down roots or a section or lot is given to them by family. If you already have land or are looking for land to build on, at Schumacher Homes we’re... READ MORE What Should You Look for when Seeking a Construction Loan? OCTOBER 25, 2021 When applying for any major loan, the factors involved to qualify for the amount that you’re looking to borrow can be quite complex. When it comes to construction loans, there is an added complexity as these loans aren’t for just two parties - the lender (the bank) and the borrower (the prospective home buyer).... READ MORE How Much Will I Pay for a Construction Loan? OCTOBER 25, 2021 Understanding the intricacies of a construction loan is important, but we know that for many of you, the only thing that really matters is knowing what you will be expected to pay. When it comes to building a custom home, as much as we want to dream as big as possible, understanding what we will be paying and how... READ MORE What is the Process for Obtaining a Construction Loan? OCTOBER 25, 2021 The process for getting a construction loan isn’t overly complicated, but as with anything, it can be a bit intimidating if this is your first time going through the steps. Our team members at Schumacher Homes will happily walk you through the process, and our lenders are fantastic at laying out the steps involved... READ MORE Free Guidebook If you're ready to start your journey with Schumacher Homes, we have everything you need to know all in one place. 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