Building on Your Lot: Unleashing Possibilities

CarrHomes understands that the beauty of a home extends beyond its four walls; it is intricately tied to the surrounding environment. With their “Build on Your Lot” program, and portfolio of already built models to consider, homeowners are empowered to transform their dream location into a reality. This unique approach allows for the creation of a custom home that harmonizes seamlessly with its natural surroundings.

Tailored Excellence: Custom Build Homes by CarrHomes

The hallmark of CarrHomes’ custom build on your lot homes lies in the unparalleled level of customization they offer. From the initial design phase to the finishing touches, homeowners have the opportunity to infuse their unique style and preferences into every aspect of the home. This bespoke approach – with custom treatments like upper level canopied verandas and re-imagined wet room baths – ensures that each CarrHomes creation is as individual as the homeowners themselves.

Architectural Innovation: A Signature of CarrHomes’ Custom Homes

CarrHomes’ commitment to architectural excellence is evident in every home they build. The architects and designers collaborate to create homes that not only stand as testaments to luxury but also showcase innovative design concepts. From contemporary and Craftsman  styles to timeless classics, CarrHomes’ portfolio of custom built homes on your lot reflects a diverse range of architectural wonders.

Seamless Integration with Nature

Building on your lot allows for a harmonious integration of the home with the natural landscape. CarrHomes takes full advantage of this opportunity, creating homes that maximize views, natural light, and outdoor living spaces. Whether it’s on one of CarrHomes’ available homesites spanning up to eight acres or a cozy retreat, each home is designed to complement the unique features of its surroundings.

The Process: Bringing Dreams to Life

CarrHomes’ commitment to transparency and collaboration is evident in their streamlined process. From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, homeowners are actively involved in the creation of their dream home. The result is not just a house, but a personalized sanctuary that reflects the homeowner’s lifestyle and aspirations.

Conclusion: Elevating Homeownership to New Heights

CarrHomes’ custom build on your lot homes reshapes the idea of homeownership. It goes beyond mere ownership; it’s about shaping a home that mirrors one’s identity and aspirations. The architectural marvels crafted by CarrHomes are a testament to their unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and the art of home construction. Choose to build on your lot with CarrHomes and set forth on a journey to craft a home that is genuinely yours.

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The Benefits of a Home Library

Exposes children to a variety of books.

A large home library does more than store books; it allows children (and adults!) to explore other potential reading material out there. Instead of simply having the books they are given, they can browse the family library and find an unexpected treasure. A book about bugs might awaken an interest in entomology or a sci-fi thriller might inspire them to write their own adventures. That kind of exploration can help children learn more about the world around them and open doors to them that they didn’t know about before.

Places importance on education and personal development.

Having a home filled with books tells children that you place a lot of importance not only on reading but on education and personal development. It can inspire them to go further with their own education and development, too. An article in the New York Times in 2010 stated that “After examining statistics from 27 nations, a group of researchers found the presence of book-lined shelves in the home–and the intellectual environment those volumes reflect–gives children an enormous advantage in school…’Growing up in a home with 500 books would propel a child 3.2-years further in education, on average, than would growing up in a similar home with few or no books.’” That’s a huge advantage you are giving to your children for a lifetime!

Is a safe place to study, create, and learn.

Home libraries are never just libraries. They are often offices for parents, study rooms for children, and might even be the perfect place to enjoy a few board games or puzzles together, too. The home library can be a cozy place to enjoy a book on a weekend or a quiet place to study for an upcoming exam. Whatever happens in the home library, though, it’s sure to become a treasured area of your home.

How to Make the Library a Special Place in Your Home

• Fill it with books and items you love. When your library is filled with books that mean something to you, the whole space takes on more significance within your home. You’ll want to share those books with your family and friends, too, making the library a must-stop room within your home for guests and family alike.
• Make it a point to spend time in the library together. Whether you are spending time quietly reading in the library on a snowy winter night or building a model together over the summer school holidays, make it a point to do these activities in the library. This will make the room not only a beautiful space, but one that’s filled with happy memories the whole family can enjoy.

Come View the Beautiful Libraries in Our Waterford Creek Homes

CarrHomes is currently offering six different floor plans with libraries in our Waterford Creek community. It’s not just the libraries that are special in these homes, though; every square inch of these homes is built with the highest-quality materials with the details you expect to see in a well-built home. With brushed nickel light fixtures, oversized trim on all of the windows and doors, and high ceiling that give a sense of space and light, this is the kind of luxury you’ve come to expect in your home. It’s also why so many families have made CarrHomes their preferred home builder since 1925.

We’d love to show you around our Hamilton community. Get in touch with our team and we’ll help you find a home that meets and exceeds your ideas of what a luxury home should be.

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Over the years, the team at Carr Homes has seen materials evolve and develop, so we know how intense it can be to select the specific materials for your home. When the time comes, however, we do want to make sure that you have all of the information that you need to understand which materials will be best for your home. That is why, in today’s blog post, we are going to go over a few of the flooring options that you can choose from. Given that the floors in your house contribute significantly to the overall aesthetic, we felt it would be incredibly beneficial to go over three of the most popular options that we see in our designer homes. Let’s dive in.

Hardwood Floors

One of the more popular flooring options that we see is hardwood flooring. Not only do hardwood floors have so much to offer in terms of aesthetics, they also have quite a few options that make it easier for you to find the perfect fit for your home. If you’re looking for something that is durable and can help create a natural look in a room, you are most definitely going to want to go with hardwood floors.

Aside from being naturally gorgeous, hardwood floors are pretty easy to maintain in comparison to other flooring options. Because of the low maintenance and durability, hardwood floors are extremely popular in homes with pets or children. 

While there are plenty of options and so many things to love about hardwood floors, they are one of the more expensive options to choose from. Depending on the size of the space that you want to cover, the type of wood, and the way that you’d like for it to be laid, you may find yourself paying a substantial amount. If it’s something that you’re sold on, it’s good to get a few quotes so that you can properly budget for these materials.

Carpeting

Another material commonly found in homes is carpet. This is a soft, warm option to incorporate into a house, which is what makes it such a great option. Aside from the softness of carpeting, there are countless lengths and colors that you can choose from to really customize your flooring to your style and comfort needs. 

The one thing that many people dislike about carpet is the fact that dust, dander, hair, and fibers can find their way into the carpeting and stay around for a while. With that being said, carpeting does require a bit more maintenance than hardwood floors, especially if you have a pet or have bad allergies. 

Concrete

This may sound like a strange flooring material to bring up, but we’re actually seeing it used more and more in luxury homes — and for a good reason. Concrete floors used to be bleak and boring, but there are now countless treatments that allow you to customize this flooring and, truthfully, they leave you with some beautiful floors! If you’re looking for a way to make your house feel as luxurious as possible, concrete floors are worth considering. 

Not only are concrete floors beautiful and allow you the opportunity to play around with colors and designs, but they’re also incredibly easy to maintain. Given that there isn’t really anything for dander or dust to stick too, it’s as easy as a quick sweep and a mop to keep these floors looking good as new. 

The one downside that many homeowners bring up is the coolness of concrete. There are few things as awful as stepping onto a cold floor first thing in the morning, but the good news is that you don’t have to! There are countless contractors that can provide you with heated concrete flooring throughout the home so that you not only have beautiful floors, but you’re completely comfortable walking on them. 

Let Carr Homes Build Your Luxury Dream Home

If you’re wanting to build a custom home with luxury written all over it, look no further than the team at Carr Homes. Our team has been dedicated to creating designer homes in the Hamilton area for decades. Contact our team, and fill us in on the vision that you have. We would be more than happy to schedule a meeting to go over numbers, a timeline, and answer any questions that you have. We can’t wait to help you build your dream home.

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The team at Carr Homes has been fortunate enough to help various individuals build the designer home of their dreams right here in Hamilton. In that time, we’ve seen some of the most incredible and gorgeous kitchens come to life. Whether you’re thinking about building a designer home in the near future or you’re in the process of creating the layout for your dream kitchen, the team at Carr Homes hopes that today’s blog will provide you with some fun ideas as to what you could incorporate into your kitchen. 

Double Ovens

Something that we’ve seen for a while that is being incorporated into more and more homes is the double oven. There are so many different reasons that a double oven is a beneficial feature to add to your kitchen, but one of the primary ones are the events where you’re cooking for large groups of people. Thanksgiving, for example, will be all the easier when you have one oven that is solely dedicated to the turkey and another that has your green bean casserole and rolls going. You will be extremely thankful that you factored double ovens into the design when all of your big dinners go without a hitch!

Pot Filler

Another luxury feature that so many are raving about is the pot filler. Have you ever had to fill a large pot to get your spaghetti cooking and found yourself struggling to fill it under the sink head or spilling to get it out of the sink? If so, a pot filler is a feature you’re definitely going to want to look into. These handy faucets have a swing-out feature so that you can swing them out over your pot on the stove and fill right then and there. Aside from that, pot fillers are a great hot-water source when preparing a cup of tea or instant coffee. Whatever you choose to use it for, this is a feature that we absolutely love.

Appliance Garage

Does this sound like something that you need, even though you’re not entirely sure what it is? That’s exactly how we felt when we learned what an appliance garage was! Truth be told, it’s pretty much exactly what it sounds like. If you have a bunch of appliances sitting out on your counter and you either 1) don’t like the look of them or 2) are wanting more counter space, an appliance garage is exactly what you need. 

This feature is an on-counter storage option that has a roll up door to hide any of the appliances that you’re not using. By having a large enough space to store these items, you don’t have to worry about looking at the loose cords or bulky appliances when you’re not using them. On top of that, you have the opportunity to use the counter space in front of the appliance garage. That’s what we call a win-win!

Enclosed Trash and Recycling Bins

While we’re on the topic of kitchen items that take away from the overall aesthetic of the room, let’s touch on trash cans and recycling bins. These two things are necessary when talking about a space where you’re going to be cooking regularly and will surely have items to dispose of. Even though that may be the case, it’s important to note that these two things do not have to be front and center when your company comes to visit. 

This is yet another feature that we love seeing in kitchens: enclosed trash and recycling bins! While they still have the same purpose, the design has given them quite the facelift! Now, you can choose to have enclosed bins that look like a set of drawers on the outside, while still being the trash can and recycling bin that you need when you pull them out.

Let Carr Homes Help Build Your Dream Kitchen

Carr Homes is proud to provide the Hamilton area with custom home builds. Our team has worked on designing and building gorgeous homes for decades, and we don’t plan on slowing down any time soon. If today’s blog about custom kitchens has you dreaming of your very own kitchen and the endless possibilities, we would love to be the ones to help you bring them to fruition. 

Contact our office today, and a member of our team would be more than happy to hear about your vision and tell you a little bit more about how we could help make it a reality.

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In today’s blog, we’ll be taking a look at some of the differences between our designer homes and the so-called designer homes offered by other builders. We will be doing a bit of a compare/contrast of the differences you can see. The differences we offer simply aren’t offered as standard in other builders’ homes. So, let’s take a look at some of the differences that make a difference for our designer homes in Hamilton.

1. High Ceilings On Every Level

Have you ever came across an advertisement for a home that claims to have 11 ft. ceilings, only to find that that’s true for only the main floor? It’s frustrating when you’re looking at a home with tall ceilings on the main level that then has cramped ceilings upstairs. 

You won’t have to worry about that with CarrHomes. Our designer homes come with 9-11 ft. ceilings on ALL levels. Other builders typically only offer 8 ft. ceilings in the basement and on the second level. Not with CarrHomes. Our luxuries don’t start and stop with the main floor.

2. Luxury Windows

Our homes are beautiful on the inside and the outside. We know how important it is to have large, stylish, and luxurious windows in a home. Windows are responsible for most of your natural light and have a HUGE effect on the overall feel of a home. That’s why our designer homes come standard with all sorts of window features, including:

• Wide architectural mullions with bevel in windows
• Large 3 ¼- inch trim around all windows and doors
• Sills with apron on all windows

These small touches add up to a huge difference. They may not seem that important, but when compared with the standard windows from other builders, you can tell how far they go in making your home feel more luxurious. Rather than bevels and wide architectural mullions, standard designer homes have small, flat single strips. And our 3 ¼- inch trim is massive compared to smaller upper-level trim you’ll get from most builders.

3. Custom-Quality Wood Shelving

When it comes to your pantries and closets, most home builders phone it in. Closets are replete with standard wire shelving. And you won’t find much better in your pantry.

That is, until you come across a CarrHomes designer home in Hamilton. All of the shelving in our closets and pantries are made with beautiful custom-quality wood. This touch will make your closets and pantries truly unique. Our sense of style stretches throughout every inch of our designer homes.

4. Custom-Quality Bricks and Stones

Our custom-quality touches don’t stop with our shelving, of course. You will find custom-quality touches all throughout our designer homes. A truly treasured area of custom-quality comes in our bricks and stones. Our stoops and lead walk are made with and anchored by gorgeous custom-quality bricks and stones. Our stones are real quarry stones. In addition to this, CarrHomes offers large brick mold trim around all the windows.The style of your home is announced long before you step through the entryway. 

What do you get with other builders? Standard concrete! Your stoops and lead walk will look anything but custom-quality. And you sure don’t get real quarry stones. You’re looking at molded cement meant to look like quarry stone. Not exactly designer quality.

5. So Much More

This is just the beginning of all the differences you can see with the designer homes from CarrHomes. We care about the Hamilton community (which is why we’re part of HomeAid Northern Virginia). We also want to contribute to the beauty of our community. That’s why we take so many steps to provide the very best in designer homes. Our architecture directly contributes to the beautification of the Hamilton community. The CarrHomes difference is visible. If you’re not convinced by the above examples — well, they don’t stop there. Some of the other differences you can see with our designer homes include:

• Dry-walled and painted garage area
• Brushed Nickel light fixtures
• Oversized baseboards
• Satin chrome knobs and hardware on all doors
• Home Energy Rating System (HERS) tested
• Humidifier
• Renowned  Kohler plumbing fixtures
• 11-inch stair treads
• More prominent roof pitch
• Architectural roof shingles

All of these (and a whole lot more) comes STANDARD on the designer homes from CarrHomes. This is not the case with most builders. So, if you’re ready to explore designer homes in Hamilton, then reach out to CarrHomes today.

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At CarrHomes, we have carefully crafted our floor plans to provide the utmost in elegance paired with daily functionality. From the incredible tall ceilings in our entryways to the subtle touches around door frames and windows, we have worked hard to ensure every detail of your home reflects elegance and beauty.

As you go about implementing your own unique touches into your designer home, check out these tips for creating a classic and elegant space. Reach out today to learn more about the designer homes we offer in the Hamilton area.

It Starts With The Design Of The Home

First and foremost, no amount of elegant decor and designer furniture will ever be able to make up for a lack of elegance in the physical structure of your home. As the phrase goes, it is akin to putting lipstick on a pig if you try to create a classic and elegant design in a lackluster home.

It is important to start with the actual design of your home. A luxury home should feature elegance in every last detail. From the style of trim around the windows to the type of shelving in your pantry closet, true design begins with the features of the home.

Opt For Soft And Classic Tones

When you are seeking to create an elegant space, opt for soft and classic tones. Avoid color schemes that are trendy or overtly bright. Muted tones, earthen colors, and classic black and white are all great options for an elegant theme.

Don’t simply think about the colors of your walls or furniture, but rather take note of the details of your home as well. What colors are you implementing with your throw pillows? What small touches are you adding throughout the home that tie this together, such as centerpieces on tables and table runners in hallways?

Keep Everything Decluttered And Clean

One of the best ways to ensure that your home’s decor can shine through is by keeping the home decluttered and clean. The more clutter that fills a space, the less elegant the design will feel. The best way to keep a home decluttered is to ensure there is enough space for your belongings to be put away.

This is where ample closet space goes a long way in improving the overall appearance of your home. When things are tidy, counters are empty sans a few appliances, and game rooms are neatly organized, your design will become the focus, rather than your clutter. In the same way, keeping everything pristine and clean will help ensure that your home’s grime isn’t detracting from the beauty of your design.

Ensure There Is A Focal Point To Every Room

An elegant room should have a singular focal point. Make sure your decor isn’t competing with itself. For example, in your living room, perhaps the fireplace will serve as the center focus. Decorate this accordingly. Avoid drawing too much attention to any other area of the room.

Elegance is best found in simplicity. The less overdone a room is, the better you can convey a classic and luxurious feel.

Talk To CarrHomes About Elegance In Design

If you are someone who is drawn to the elegant and classic style of a home, then we invite you to reach out to our team today. At CarrHomes, we have created designer homes that are built to retain classic beauty throughout the years. From the smallest, subtle touch, such as our wooden pantry shelving, to the more ornate and notable, such as our extra tall ceilings, you will find that we carry elegance throughout the entire home.

Not only do we offer unique floor plans that are stunning, but we also offer you the ability to customize your home the way you see fit. We are always open to those must-have features you are seeking in your home. If you have the vision for elegance, we are here to deliver. Contact us today to set up an appointment to find out more about our designer homes in Hamilton. We look forward to helping you achieve the luxurious style you seek.

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Here at CarrHomes, we are firm believers that you should not sacrifice quality in any aspect of your new home. One room that we think is particularly important to never cut corners on is your kitchen. A designer kitchen should be high on your list of must-haves.

Check out the following reasons why a designer kitchen is so vital to your home build. Don’t hesitate to reach out to our team as well. We will be happy to walk you through the unique options we have for luxury kitchen designs.

It Is One Of The Most-Used Spaces In Your Home

Your kitchen acts as a sort of heart for your home. From here, energy and life flows to the rest of the space. Without the right kitchen, the entire home suffers. You will spend a large amount of your time in your kitchen. Here meals will be crafted, memories will be made, and stories will be swapped.

A designer kitchen allows you to make the most of this important room. It focuses on both the functionality of the space, as well as the aesthetic appeal of the room. You want to enjoy every aspect of your kitchen. From the careful consideration of how much counter space you will need to the detailed precision of designing your kitchen sink, every single component matters.

With the amount of time that your family will be spending in this integral room, nothing should be left to chance. Take time to think about everything your dream kitchen should contain. Focus on the flow of the space to ensure the right energy is being formed in this center focus of the home. When you get your kitchen right, the rest of your home will come together around this space.

It Plays A Significant Role In Entertaining Guests

Your kitchen is not only important for your daily routine, but it is also vital in the entertainment of guests. For this reason, you want to ensure that you have a luxury kitchen designed that will allow for the best use of the space.

When you are entertaining guests, you want your kitchen to aid you in the preparation of food and drinks, while also offering a stylish touch to the tour of your home. Will guests be spending time around the kitchen island with you? If so, you want to ensure that they feel comfortable and that the space lends itself well to visiting and preparing meals.

Think about everything from how large the space needs to be for entertaining guests to what design will best tie in with the rest of your home. From the materials utilized in crafting your countertops to the appliances you use to cook meals, make sure everything is exactly how you need it to provide the ultimate home for entertaining.

It Is Integral In Tying The Design Of Your Home Together

You can create the perfect living room, the coziest bedrooms, and the most chic bathrooms, but if your kitchen doesn’t carry through with your home’s luxury feel, your entire home will fall flat. Make sure you spend time considering what role your kitchen will play in your home’s design.

Think about everything from faucets and fixtures to flooring options. Make sure that the design that is created contributes to your stylistic wishes. A kitchen that isn’t designed with the rest of the home in mind will wind up detracting from the overall feel of the space.

It Can Wind Up Costing You Less

Investing in the luxury kitchen of your dreams up front is also a wise financial decision. Too often, when kitchens are overlooked in the initial planning stages, the end result is a costly remodel down the road. Rather than “making do” with a less than ideal kitchen for the first year in your home, only to break down and revamp the entire space in a costly and interruptive remodel, choose what you want now.

Remodeling is difficult and, often, you are limited in how much you can fix down the road. It is far better to focus on your kitchen in your initial luxury home choice. Make sure all your boxes are checked so that you can enjoy everything about your kitchen from day one.

It Impacts The Resale Value Of Your Home

While you might envision spending the rest of your life in your new luxury home, there are times when a move is necessary. For this reason, it is important to consider the resale value of your home down the road. One aspect that will greatly impact your home’s value is the quality of the kitchen. A low-quality kitchen design will detract from the overall value of your home.

Conversely, if you have a luxury kitchen in place, your home immediately becomes more appealing to potential buyers. For the same reasons that you want a premium design, others will as well.

Contact Our Team

Are you interested in purchasing a designer home in Hamilton? Make sure that the home you choose is outfitted with the right designer kitchen. Your kitchen should be carefully designed to reflect the utmost functionality and design. With the right kitchen at the center of your home, the rest of the space will naturally come together. Contact our team at CarrHomes today to find out more about the unique designs of our luxury kitchens. We look forward to helping you find the home of your dreams.

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Hamilton’s Western Loudoun location near the foothills of the majestic Catoctin Mountain Ridge is just minutes north of Leesburg, yet far removed from an urban lifestyle. The close-knit Hamilton community has fewer than 500 residents and is “A” rated by the Niche city ranking website for families, schools, outdoor activities, and health and fitness. New designer homes and old share an uncrowded landscape with country farms and vineyards.

In the heart of this unique setting, CarrHomes’ award-winning Waterford Creek single-family home community is nearing completion with only six designer home sites still available. Each of these premium 3-acre lots is bordered by mature woodlands, providing a new home community in Loudoun County, VA, with a true luxury home experience.

Ranging in size from 4823 – 6519 square feet (expandable up to 10,000 square feet), the designer homes at Waterford Creek offer the perfect opportunity to build on your own lot in Loudoun County. These homes include 3-car side entry garages, volume ceilings, first-floor libraries, spacious family rooms, and open island kitchens. With main level owner’s suites and in-law suites also available, these homes cater to various lifestyle needs. Prices on our designer homes start in the upper $700’s.

Spend a day touring Hamilton, the surrounding region, and the new homes for sale at Waterford Creek. There’s a good chance you’ll want your family to stay a lot longer.

For more information about our designer homes for sale, click here or call 703-598-3095.

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Skip The Paint

One of the biggest burgeoning trends is one you have likely seen before. Instead of repainting your walls, ditch the paint buckets and try wallpaper to add pizzazz to a space. Now, this isn’t your granny’s wallpaper, so skip the light, small floral prints designed to perfectly match the curtains. Instead of blending in, choose wallpaper options made to stand out. It is also a great way to play with texture, as well as color. Try a matte on gloss design in a single color to create a focal wall. Or, for a more modern look, explore the visual interest of subtle metallics and abstract designs instead of those old-fashioned repetitive patterns. The other standout difference with the new wallpaper trend? Avoid covering all the walls in a room with a single style; instead, adorn one wall or a portion of a wall. Want to really shake it up? Try using two complementary wallpaper styles to create your own unique design.

Focus On The Kitchen

Anyone who has ever hosted a party likely understands how quickly guests tend to congregate in the kitchen — even if the food is spread out in abundance in another room. There is something about a kitchen that people inherently find welcoming and cozy. Embrace this tendency and make your kitchen a space worth seeing. Pipe in hidden speakers so you can keep the music flowing whenever you want, create visual interest with your lighting and other accents, and do not forget the seating. Make entertaining even easier by including a wine fridge or a built-in kegerator in your kitchen island, complete with tap.

Update Your Art

Art extends beyond paintings you can hang on the walls. In fact, one of the biggest up-and-coming trends is to find household goods that double as aesthetic pieces. Opt for dynamic lighting options that bring a sense of architecture into the room, or choose side tables that are there for more than just basic functionality. If sleek modernism is not your style, you can still try this trend. Seek out one-of-a-kind pieces and antiques that have a story to tell. Simply find pieces that are just as much about the appearance as they are function.

Supersized Storage

How much time do you spend in your closet? For many, the answer is longer than generally considered preferable. Instead of it simply being a utility space in which you store your clothes and shoes, amp up your closet space. More and more, the closet spaces in designer homes are being viewed as rooms within their own right — particularly for master closets. If you are working with a luxury home builder to customize your home, take the time to create a closet oasis. Specialty storage, decorative lighting, and even a reading nook or lounge area can take your closet from utility space to statement room. Not only will this be a space for you to enjoy for years to come, but it will likely give you a great return on investment when the time comes to sell your designer home.

Vary Your Rooms’ Moods

If every room in your house is bold and full of visual interest, that can get overwhelming quickly. Instead of creating bold statements in every room, make a concerted effort to vary the mood. For example, if you use copious bright pops of color and bold statement pieces in your living room, consider creating a more comfortable, naturally-themed space in your kitchen or dining area.

Before you can get decorating, you will need the space to work with. Explore currently available designer homes, or contact the CarrHomes team to make your home dreams a reality.

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More Buyers, Higher Prices

First, a clarification: There isn’t a single housing market for the entire country; instead, housing markets tend to be micro-focused. What holds true for a city or even neighborhood may not be true for the next nearest region. A big part of determining when to buy should be the market trends for the area you are looking at moving to. That being said, summer is a popular time to buy because many people with school-aged kids want to wait until school is out for the summer before moving house. In a market with fewer homes for sale in a given price range than there are interested buyers, you could easily end up in a bidding war and pay more for the home than you would without that flooded market. If you aren’t restricted by kids in school, it can be more beneficial to wait.

Finances

Whether you’re buying an existing home or you’re working with a home builder to finally build the designer home of your dreams, one of the biggest factors in any home purchase is your financial situation. Even if the timing is right and you’ve found the perfect house, if your finances aren’t in order, that could end up being decades of added cost you don’t need. For example, if you’ve recently purchased a car or otherwise have a lot of debt, it may be better to wait six months and pay down that debt first in order to get a lower interest rate. Conversely, if you’re renting currently and paying as much or more than your anticipated mortgage, buying sooner could be a boon.

The other side of the finance question is that of economic trends, both locally and nationally. Specifically, we’re talking about what’s going on in the economic world to impact mortgage loan rates. If you’re planning to buy in the coming year and you have some flexibility, tracking interest rate trends can help you time your home purchase for a better rate. However, if you choose to wait, be sure you aren’t making any other major purchases that will affect your credit score or debt-to-income ratio.

Time Constraints

For many, summer isn’t necessarily the best time to buy in terms of price, but it is in terms of other obligations or time constraints. For example, if you’re moving away from the town in which you currently live, it’s probably better for your kids to wait until school is out to disrupt their lives just that little bit less. But, if you’re empty nesters with time to spare and specific preferences, restricting yourself to summer home shopping may mean you miss out on that perfect designer home that enters the market in autumn. If you do choose to house hunt during summer, also keep summer holidays in mind. Not only can they impact travel, but holiday weekends can be a prime time for home buyers coming in from out of town.

Are you on the hunt for the perfect home in the Hamilton, Virginia area? Skip the hassle of house hunting and worth with the designer homes team at CarrHomes to build just what you’re looking for. Contact us today to learn more!

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