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Buying a Vacant Lot During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Let’s face it: the pandemic continues to be a defining factor in every part of Ontario’s housing market, from buying and selling to building a house from scratch. We’ve already covered how the home building process is different in these times. But let’s back up a little: what if you’re in the market for an …
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Compare Builders “Lego vs Meccano”
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VICEROY COMPARISON TO ROYAL HOMES (LEGO vs Meccano) When someone comments on a Viceroy Home we all think of a certain style of home, a cottage with large panoramic windows. The company, Viceroy Homes, was started by the Lindal family, who are respected throughout the industry. The Lindal’s built up an enduring Viceroy brand into …
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Prefab Homes Grow Up and Go High End
Prefab Homes Grow Up and Go High End Building Prefab always had many advantages, such as high quality workmanship, less waste with in-factory recycling, shortened building time, greater energy efficiency and more. All these reasons have been know for a long time so why has there been a recent breakout into higher end homes. …
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He Said He’d Be There Tuesday
One of my friends made the leap and purchased his first custom built home. He was pumped about it. He had poured over the designs, making sure every detail was perfect for his personal needs. He had selected flooring, cabinets, lighting and exterior finishes. He could already see his first Christmas tree in the awesome …
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My Lot – My Home
One of the things I appreciate most about Royal Homes is their ability to take your lot – wherever it is – and build your dream home. Unlike traditional stick builders, they don’t have to drag truckloads of building materials to your site. They just bring the home – completely finished. Royal Homes’ unique building …
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The Sun… Making Green Greener
I’ve been forced into my air conditioned office to write this. I was afraid my lap top would seize in the +40 humid-ex. Ahhh – Ontario in July! It got me thinking about just how important it is to think carefully about how your custom home is placed on your lot. If you’re like me, …
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Water Management
Early in July, Toronto was hit by an unprecedented rain storm. The city drains were overloaded and the city was a mess. You’ve seen the photos. Dealing with water – especially on a custom lot you purchased – is one of the most critical areas to research. I chose Royal Homes as my custom home …
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Your Perfect Lot
One of the biggest advantages of Royal Homes is that they are able to build your dream home on your chosen lot with the least possible damage to the lot itself. You’ve chosen your lot with a lot of care. One of the reasons you want to build there is because the land itself is …
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Choosing Your Lot
Choosing your own lot can be a little intimidating; after all, many Canadians look to developers to make their choices for them. On the other hand, choosing your own lot is a freeing experience – you get to choose where you live, the characteristics of the lot and how you will develop that lot. Many …
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Found your Perfect Lot? Here’s a checklist of questions to ask before you build:
Your lot is untapped potential. It’s often difficult to imagine just how beautiful it’s going to look when your house is set, the landscaping is complete and you’ve created the outdoor spaces you have imagined. But there are some key questions to ask before you start building. Here’s a check list that can help you: …
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My Lot – Do I Need an Expert to Help Me Choose the Final Lot?
Let’s start with understanding the condition of the land. There are several ways for you to do your research. The web will certainly help, but some regions are less populated and do not have as detailed reports on line. Begin by talking to the neighbours and people living in the regions. They will be able …
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