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Simple Steps to Building Your Dream Home

Building a home is an exciting journey, and at Ashlar Homes, we strive to make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you understand the basics, including the significance of the earnest deposit and other easy steps in the home-building process.

Choosing the Right Home Plan

Explore Ashlar Home Plans: Start by browsing through our wide range of home plans. Whether you’re looking for your first home or a spacious family residence, we have something for everyone.

Personalized Options: Many of our plans offer personalized pallets to ensure your home fits your lifestyle perfectly.

Understanding the Earnest Deposit (EMD)

What is an Earnest Deposit?  The EMD is a small initial payment made when you sign the contract. It shows your commitment to purchasing the home.

Easy and Affordable: At Ashlar Homes, we make it easy to start the process with a minimum of 1% EMD for our Paradigm series. This amount is credited towards your down payment, making it an affordable step to owning your dream home.

Selecting Your Lot

First-Come, First-Served:  Choose the perfect lot for your new home. Our lots are released on a first-come, first-served basis, ensuring a fair and transparent process.

Prime Locations: Our communities are located in prime areas with easy access to amenities, schools, and transportation.

Financing Made Simple

Preferred Lender Benefits: By using our preferred lender, Jim Alderman with Community America Credit Union, you can take advantage of special financing options and streamlined processing. This can make the mortgage approval process quicker and easier.  Bonus, you will receive $1000 towards your closing costs.

Low Earnest Deposit Option: Take advantage of our low EMD options—1% for the Paradigm series and 2% for the Legend series.

Designing Your Home

Personal Design Consultation: Work with our design experts when purchasing our Classic series to choose finishes, fixtures, and features that reflect your personal style.

Visualize Your Space: Use our state-of-the-art design center to see how your selections will look in your new home.

Construction and Updates

Regular Updates: Stay informed with regular updates on the progress of your home. Our team will keep you in the loop every step of the way.

Quality Assurance: We ensure the highest standards of construction quality, giving you peace of mind.

Final Walkthrough and Closing

Pre-Closing Walkthrough: Before closing, we’ll conduct a thorough walkthrough with you to ensure everything is perfect.

Smooth Closing Process: Our team will guide you through the closing process, making it as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Move-In and Enjoy

Welcome Home: Once closing is complete, it’s time to move in and enjoy your new home!

Post-Move Support: Our commitment to you doesn’t end at closing. We’re here to support you even after you’ve moved in with our 1 ,2 and 10 year warranties.

Building a home with Ashlar Homes is designed to be a seamless and enjoyable experience. From the initial earnest deposit to the final move-in, we’re with you every step of the way. Contact us today to start your journey towards owning a beautiful, custom-built home.