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Construction process

You've saved, dreamed, and planned? Now the home-building begins. What's next, what's goes on, and who's doing what...
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It's building time
The construction stage of the home-building is when all your dreams and plans come together. It often is the most gratifying and most enjoyable part of the process.
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Permission from authorities
Many approvals must be obtained before construction of a new home can begin. The homebuilder most likely will obtain the necessary approvals on your behalf, but you need to understand what's involved and be prepared to do some of the legwork.
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Do you have insurance?
The insurance policies that should be in force before construction begins on a new home that can protect the structure, the builder and the subcontractors include...
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The builders business
The construction phase of building a home can sometimes cause a little or lot of stress. Fortunately, problems can be minimized through clear expectations on your part and good communication between you and the builder.
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A job for a professional
Many people believe they'll be able to save money on their new home by performing some of the work themselves.