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…
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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…
hughstonhomes
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…
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June 3, 2020
BlogColumbus Metro Blog

5 Best Neighborhoods in Columbus, GA

Moving to a new city, or even moving to a different side of the city you currently live in can be a daunting event. However, if you do a bit of research into the communities that you can choose from in which to buy your new home or build your own, it doesn’t have to be scary. We have compiled…
hughstonhomes
May 26, 2020
Columbus Metro Blog

Why Buy a New Home in Columbus?

Columbus is a city with a lot to offer, especially for new home buyers. Spanning the breadth of Muscogee County, Georgia with a population of nearly 200,000, it offers all that a buyer could want whether you are single, newly married, a young family, or a couple looking for a place to retire. Access to Education If you are a…
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May 20, 2020
Blog

Why You Should Build Rather than Buy

When looking for a new home and deciding between buying and building, homeowners have a tough decision to make. There are multiple factors that contribute to this decision whether it be time, money, appliance, or needs.    Why you should build your home rather than buy it. When it comes down to it, there are two options potential homeowners have…
hughstonhomes
March 28, 2020
BlogHome Buying

Benefits of Quick Move In Homes

When you’re in the market for a brand new home but don’t have the time to invest in the entire building process, a Quick Move In home is just what you need! There are many benefits a quick move in home offers home buyers. If you’re looking for a new home, consider how a quick move in home may be…
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February 2, 2020
Blog

Best Things about Living in Knoxville

While Knoxville is known as a bustling college town, its also a great home if you’re looking to move for a new job, a new adventure, or just to relocate. Here are 5 of the best things about living in Knoxville, TN.  Low Cost of Living When moving into a metropolitan area, things can add up fairly quickly. From amenities…
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January 15, 2020
BlogKnoxville Metro Blog

Top 5 Tips for Home Buyers in Knoxville

When you’re in the market for a new home, there are a lot of factors to consider. Will you build or buy a new home? What’s the budget? Where exactly will you live? Are there good schools nearby? How long is the commute to work? How busy are the streets? What are your “must-haves” and “deal-breakers”? All of these questions…
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January 8, 2020
BlogWarner Robins Metro Blog

Warner Robins Way of Life

In the middle of Georgia, there is the small city of Warner Robins. Warner Robins is a military town with a population of about 75,000. It is known as the “International City of Georgia” for all of the various ethnic foods and restaurants in the area. It is one of Georgia’s fastest growing cities, and it’s not hard to figure…
hughstonhomes
December 2, 2019
BlogNewnan Metro Blog

A Home in Newnan: City of Homes

Newnan “City of Homes” is one of the many suburbs just outside of Atlanta, Georgia. Newnan’s residents number around 37,000 giving the area a very suburban atmosphere. The city of homes earned its name in the late 19th century when industries in the area made Newnan one of the wealthiest cities in the country. With all of this wealth, residents…
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November 22, 2019
BlogKnoxville Metro Blog

Life in Knoxville

Knoxville, Tennessee home to the TN Vols is the largest city in East Tennessee and the third largest in the entire state. Over 178,000 residents in Knoxville enjoy affordable housing and healthcare that are below the national average costs. Home builders in Knoxville also have the benefit of easy access to downtown city entertainment as well as enjoying the great…
hughstonhomes
November 22, 2019