Barden Building Products Blog Archive

When a Custom Built Home Isn’t a Right Fit for You

Posted by Jamie Kline on Oct 18, 2022 8:00:00 AM

 

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Topics: Custom Home

Decorative Exterior House Trim Options & Boosting Curb Appeal

Posted by Jamie Kline on Oct 13, 2022 9:29:00 AM


5 Current Decorative Exterior House Trim Ideas

  1. Durable and efficient materials
  2. Earth tones
  3. Covered porches
  4. Domers
  5. Gables
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[Comparison] Custom Home Building Careers Vs. Becoming a Realtor

Posted by Jamie Kline on Oct 11, 2022 2:08:00 PM

Every client is different, and so are their ideal homes. 

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Topics: Barden Independent Dealers

Custom Home Designs & The Details You Should Provide

Posted by Jamie Kline on Oct 3, 2022 12:20:01 PM

Even if it’s not by much, everyone’s version of the perfect custom home differs. 

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Topics: New Home, Exterior Design, Interior Design, Accessible Home Design, Home Customization

When’s the Best Time to Start Home Construction? (It’s Right Now)

Posted by Jamie Kline on Sep 1, 2022 3:26:00 PM

Congratulations on deciding to build your own custom home! 

Now comes the fun part -- diving headfirst into all the elements to make your next home a reality such as coming up with a floor plan that meets all your needs to finding the perfect spot if you already haven’t.  

Before you take your first steps into custom home building, you may be wondering about one of the most common questions we get: When is the best time to start home construction?

The answer probably isn’t what you think. 

Let’s unpack that question.


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Topics: Panelized Construction, Buffalo Home Building, Process, Site Prep, Home Customization, Construction Timeline

Custom Home Builder Marketing Strategy: Using the Manufacturer’s Brand

Posted by Jamie Kline on Aug 26, 2022 8:00:00 AM


5 Ways a Materials Supplier Bolsters Your Custom Home Builder Company's Marketing Strategy

  1. Brand recognition 
  2. Advertising co-op funding
  3. Marketing materials
  4. A client-centric building method 
  5. An established network with buying power
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Topics: Insider, Behind the Scenes, Panel Home Building, Barden Independent Dealers

4 Reasons Panelized Construction Homes Are Eco-Friendly

Posted by Jamie Kline on Aug 15, 2022 9:58:00 AM


What Makes Panelized Construction Homes Eco-Friendly? 

These four reasons: 

  1. Design
  2. Components
  3. Manufacturing 
  4. Durability

 

Green is a popular color these days in the world of custom home building. And it doesn’t seem that will change any time soon. 

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Topics: Panelized Construction, Floor Plans

[How to] Becoming A Custom Home Builder Who's Always Busy in 6 Steps

Posted by Jamie Kline on Aug 5, 2022 8:00:00 AM

 

6 Ways to Becoming a Custom Home Builder Who Sells

A busy custom home building career doesn’t happen by chance. Here are 6 ways to set yourself up for success as a custom home builder:
  1. Find a niche
  2. Play to your strengths
  3. Hire a team that complements you
  4. Understand all sides of your business
  5. Build your company’s presence
  6. Hone your people & sales skills

You’ve come up with the perfect name. Filled out all the paperwork. And found a great location. 

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Topics: Insider, Resources, Barden Independent Dealers

Custom Home Quotes And 4 Key Elements to Look For

Posted by Jamie Kline on Jul 15, 2022 11:00:00 AM

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if after deciding to build a custom home, you immediately found the perfect contractor?

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Topics: Custom Home, Technical Specs, Process, Home Customization, Construction Timeline

Custom Home Universal Design for Accessibility

Posted by Jamie Kline on Jun 1, 2022 12:20:00 PM

Unfortunately, it seems as though “accessible home” has become a buzzword in the home building community with many misconceptions surrounding the true meaning of universal design and home accessibility.

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Topics: Panelized Construction, Buffalo Home Building, Downsizing, Interior Design, Technical Specs, Process, Accessible Home Design, Home Customization

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