Home Buying & Maintenance
Built For Better Living with Brock Built Homes
For nearly 40 years, Brock Built has provided award-winning new construction to the Atlanta area. Our commitment to community, craftsmanship, and innovation is the backbone of our spectacular customer service. Each home is designed with you in mind, from the construction crew’s attention to detail to the personalized attention at the Design Center. Our new…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning Checklist
Now that the colder and gloomier days are ending, spring cleaning is a great way to refresh and let the sunshine in all areas of your life, including your home. If you have ever wondered how to spring clean your house in a day or how to spring clean well, we are here to help! …
Read MoreA First-Time Home Buyer’s Guide to Real Estate Vocabulary
Can you read through a real estate listing without scratching your head? Most first-time buyers–and even seasoned pros–get caught up on the listing lingo every once in a while. Real estate vocabulary is a unique set of words, phrases, and acronyms that you learn quickly when you purchase your first home. However, since every purchase…
Read MoreNew Construction Inspections: What Every Buyer Should Know
You may be asking yourself, “Do I need a home inspection for my new build?” Even though a newly-constructed home may appear perfect and free of defects or damage, honest mistakes and errors can occur during construction. A new construction inspection can identify potential problems before you close on your new home. The new construction…
Read MoreHow to Measure the Square Footage of a House
Measuring your home is important for accessing the value and actual space. There are no set rules, but this guide will allow you to do it correctly and ensure you are getting the full value for your property. How to Calculate Square Feet of a House If you are asking, how do I find out…
Read MoreIs New Construction a Good Investment?
Rumors swirling around the real estate market could lead you to believe that the new construction home market is leveling off. It’s not. Even with lumber and labor shortages, the industry saw a 23% increase in approved permits for private properties. If you find yourself asking “Is new construction a good investment?” we’re happy to…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About the Housing Market
2022 may mean new things in the near future, including a home or rental property. There have been discussions on the news and online about the housing market, if a housing market crash will occur, or other housing market predictions that should be considered as you start or continue your search. The housing market is…
Read MoreBenefits of a New Construction Home
A new construction home is one that you can have many first moments in, and you can still give the property character and charm. You can eliminate or experience things a homeowner who purchases a re-sold property may not, which can be seen as benefits of a new construction home. If you have ever wondered…
Read MoreHome Improvement Suggestions
Making changes to your home that add value, beauty, and efficiency are always a good idea. There are plenty of options, so the first thing is to decide what you want to do now and later. You do not want to overwhelm yourself or your pockets, but upgrades of all sizes can be very beneficial.…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know: Homeowners Insurance
A key part of getting a loan financed is to make sure you have homeowners insurance. After that, it is important to understand your policy and keep the correct coverage fully. Homeowners or home insurance is a must. It will help you maintain your home as well as your budget. Here is some general information…
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