Our Process
Ready to Build Your Dream Home?
Don’t let the home-building process intimidate you. We’re here to help make the process fun and fulfilling.
With our streamlined approach, you’ll have a dedicated team guiding you every step of the way. From design to completion, we ensure open communication, timely delivery, and budget adherence.
We’re committed to building homes that are not only beautiful but also structurally sound. And our support doesn’t end at move-in; we’re here to assist you long-term.
Let’s build your dream home together.
1. Select Your Home and Land
a) Initial Consultation
b) Loan Approval
c) Finalize Your Home Plan and Land
d) Construction Deposit Agreement*
e) First Deposit
f) Site Cost Estimate*
*Step d) for Seattle/Tacoma OYL only. Step f) for OYL only.
2. Design Your Home
a) Construction and Sales Agreement (Seattle/Tacoma Only)
b) Personal Choices & Selections at Design Studio
c) Personal Choice Deposit
d) Construction and Sales Agreement (Vancouver Only)
e) Final Loan Approval
f) Second Deposit
g) Permitting process
3. Build Your Home
a) Close on Lot & CP Loan*
b) Pre-Construction Orientation
c) Construction Begins
d) Pre-Drywall Orientation
*Step for OYL only.
4. Live In Your Home
a) New Home Orientation
b) Closing
c) Final Sign-Off and Key Delivery
5. Care For Your Home
a) 2-Week Follow Up
b) 60-Day Check Up with Warranty
c) 11-Month Final Review with Warranty
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