Posts by LaMontagne Builders
Tips for Choosing A New Home Floor Plan
Designing the floor plan for your new home requires serious consideration. You want to determine you and your family’s current needs while also planning for the future. A great way to get started is to make a list of what you like and don’t like in your current space. This will be helpful in exploring…
Read More6 Quizzes to Take Before You Purchase a Home
Are you thinking about buying a new home sometime soon? Before you start the process, take a few online quizzes to see what you can find out about yourself while you have a little fun. From multiple choice to ‘Tinder style’, there is a quiz out there for everyone. We rounded up our favorite…
Read More5 Tips to Find New Home Inspiration  Â
Let’s face it, life can be overwhelming sometimes. It’s easy to get lost in the daily routine and start to feel a little uninspired. One great way to feel more energized is to improve our surroundings with some great new home improvements. Now is the perfect time to get some fresh ideas. Find the right…
Read More10 Common Mistakes of First-Time Home Buyers
Buying a new home can be a complex process, and even more so if you have never done it before. Still, first-time home buyers mistakes on such an investment can be costly. It pays to do your homework and steer clear of issues that have caused problems for many first-time home buyers. In some cases,…
Read More5 Rules of Decorating Your New Home
Congratulations on purchasing your brand new home! The search is over, the paperwork is done, and the boxes have been moved and unpacked. Now comes the fun part! This is your chance to have a fresh start and create a unique space that is all your own. Here are some tips that will help you…
Read MoreWhat Underwriters Consider in Evaluating Loans
For most people, buying a new home also means getting a mortgage. The person working behind the scenes on your mortgage is called an underwriter. The underwriter reviews all of your paperwork, evaluates your financial situation, and ultimately ensures that you will be able to meet the defined loan obligations. After the housing crisis during…
Read MoreAre you ready to move from Renter to Home Buyer?Â
Buying a new home is likely to be one of the largest investments you will make in your life. Particularly if you have been renting a house or apartment, it’s a BIG decision. Sure, you’ve heard that interest rates are favorable and that there are a lot of advantages of home ownership. You can also…
Read More5 Ways to Keep Your New Home Free of Kids’ Clutter
Our children bring us great joy, but most of them also create unstoppable clutter. When you picture your dream home, it’s unlikely that you fantasize about taking all that clutter with you. Moving into a new home is the perfect opportunity to start fresh and go through a massive purge. Getting started is often the…
Read MoreHow to Unplug at Home 7 Days a Week
Emerging research showcases an unhealthy amount of technology over-consumption. Did you know that 84% of cell phone users claim they could not go a single day without their device?* Are you one of them? If so, it’s time to unplug. Reclaim your nights, weekends and vacations! Start by making it a point to shut down…
Read MoreHousehold Costs to Consider Before You SignÂ
It is always exciting to think about moving into your dream home. While it may be less thrilling to think about the associated costs, it is a good idea to get a handle on those expenses as early as possible. Here are a few household costs to consider before you buy a new home: Mortgage…
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