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Benefits of Building on a Schedule With Hughston Homes

Since COVID-19 hit the United States with its full force, things have not been the same and the housing market is anything but an exception to these changes. Now that homebuyers feel enough security to purchase a home after such a long time under severe economic uncertainty, the housing market is struggling to keep up with the demand for homes. One way that Hughston Homes is working to meet that demand is by building our new construction homes on a schedule.  Whether you are buying a new home in our new construction communities of Wyndham Village in Opelika, AL, Juliette…
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July 8, 2021
BlogKnoxville Metro Blog

Benefits of New Construction Homes in Knoxville, TN

Custom Homes in Knoxville, TN Knoxville, Tennessee has a lot to offer- it is affordable, increasing in population, and hosts a lively community. The cost of living is reasonable, and below the national average as they score an 85/100, 100 being the average cost of living in a city. In the last ten years, they have steadily increased with roughly 5,000 new residents every year. Knox County is packed full of an array of options when it comes to food, culture, social interests, and overall sense of adventure brought to life by the community. Adventure East Tennessee is known for…
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May 20, 2021
BlogOpelika

Wyndam Village in Opelika, AL

Wyndham Village is one of Hughston Homes newest new construction communities and is nestled in the growing East Alabama city of Opelika.   There are several benefits to living in a new construction community.  New construction communities have greater compatibility with modern amenities like smart home technologies, yard irrigation, and more. The style of the homes are built to cater to the tastes and design trends of the day, so your home will not look outdated when built like some older homes may seem. Opelika Has a Variety of Outdoor Recreation Areas for Your Family The Opelika Municipal Park Located…
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May 4, 2021
BlogNewnan Metro BlogWarner Robins Metro Blog

New Construction Neighborhoods (Part 2)

Hughston Homes is a Georgia home builder that is building beautiful homes in new construction neighborhoods throughout the state. We’ve got houses for sale in Warner Robins, Newnan, and Augusta (We also build in Columbus. Click here to read about our Columbus, GA new construction neighborhoods). New Homes for Sale in Warner Robins, GA Warner Robins is a small city located in the heart of the state of Georgia. Its central location gives its residence the wonderful advantage of easy access to the Atlantic Coast and the Appalachian mountains. Warner Robins is the epitome of a boom town, owing its…
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March 16, 2021
AuburnAuburn Metro NeighborhoodsBlog

New Homes in Auburn, AL–Questions to Ask

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the entire world to spend more time at home than would normally be the case. Many homeowners after a couple of weeks in their houses began to ask questions like, “Why didn’t I buy a home with a yard so that the kids don’t have to be inside all day?” or, “Wouldn’t I be able to work more effectively from home if I had an actual office space at home?” With the growing population of Auburn, AL and the effects of the pandemic on home buying many are looking for new homes. If you are…
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January 29, 2021
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New Construction Neighborhoods (Part 1)

New Homes for Sale in Columbus, GA Columbus, Georgia is a quaint city located just east of the Alabama-Georgia line. The nearby Army base, Ft. Benning, Columbus State University, and several industry careers attract citizens from across the United States.  Hughston Homes understands the need for Columbus residents to have modern, affordable homes where they can raise their families. Oak Hill Hughston Homes’ Oak Hill subdivision has the rural charm of Harris County, GA with the convenience of being just north of Columbus so that you have a quick commute into work each day. Abberly Lakes This subdivision has new…
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December 10, 2020
Blog

Benefits of a Smart Home

It’s no secret that we are in the age of rapid technological advancement. In the last two decades we’ve seen the invention of the iPhone, the spread of video calling (which, during the COVID-19 pandemic has skyrocketed in popularity), the unprecedented availability of information through Google and its subsidiaries, and the connectedness that Facebook has brought to the entire world. Home construction has also undergone significant change. One of these changes is the creation of “smart” homes. A smart home is a house that a homeowner can maintain via a smartphone through internet connection. This means that appliances and devices…
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November 6, 2020
BlogOpelikaOpelika Metro Neighborhoods

Up and Coming Neighborhoods in Opelika, AL

Opelika, Alabama is a city with a rich historical heritage. While European descent settlers first arrived in the late 1830’s, Opelika saw its initial growth after the Civil War when it was chosen as the county seat for the newly created Lee County. In decades passing Opelika became a hub for the agricultural industry with the flourishing of the cotton industry and a major rail line passing through it. The city has been growing ever since. Not only does Opelika have a vibrant cultural foundation, it also is constantly building new avenues for community engagement and flourishing. The dynamic educational…
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October 16, 2020
AlabamaBlogGeorgiaPropertiesTennessee

Benefits of Living in a New Construction Neighborhood

When choosing a new home you have many decisions to make.  What new home plan will I choose? Will I build or buy? To what part of town will we move? These questions are vitally important, but one of the pressing questions of today’s East Alabama and Georgia housing market is, “Will I move into a neighborhood that has been around for years or will I move into a new construction neighborhood?” With all of the economic development that the Southeast United States is seeing, new construction neighborhoods are rising up everywhere you turn. So, are these neighborhoods worth moving…
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September 29, 2020
Columbus Metro Blog

How to Choose a Builder for New Home Construction

Be Prepared Before Meeting With a Potential Builder The American hero, Benjamin Franklin said it best when he said, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” When planning to construct a new home and hire a builder to carry out the job, one must do several steps of necessary leg work before calling a contractor. Those looking to build must have answers for questions like, do I want a custom home or do I want to choose from a selection of preset floor plans based on my needs? What types of materials do I want to use for…
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June 29, 2020
Columbus Metro Blog

Building a House vs. Buying a House in Columbus

Here are a few things to consider when moving to Columbus, Georgia and trying to decide whether to build a house or buy a house. Cost For most, affordability is the biggest factor when it comes to building or buying a house. There is no single “cheap” option, but each has its pros and cons in this category Building: When building your own house, you will likely have little room to negotiate price with contractors and builders because their costs are relatively fixed. However, for many homeowners, what they sacrifice in the short term on price is gained in the…
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June 15, 2020
Columbus Metro Blog

How to Choose a Realtor

When buying a house there are countless decisions that a homebuyer has to make. Arguably the most important is choosing the right realtor. This can also be a very difficult decision for a first-time home buyer, causing many to question, “Should I even get a realtor? Can’t I do this on my own?” However, a good realtor can make or break the process of buying a home. So, here are a few tips to consider when choosing your realtor.   Research, Research, Research! As mentioned in several previous blogs doing your own research is key to success when choosing a…
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June 3, 2020