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How Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio Affects Your Home Build Financing
What is Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio? Loan-to-Value (LTV) ratio is one of the most important factors lenders use to determine how much money...
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Mar 172 min read
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Understanding Down Payments: How Much Do You Need?
How much do you need for a down payment on a home? Learn about minimum requirements, lender expectations, and how to optimize your financing
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Mar 132 min read
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Financing Options for Your Custom Home
Building your dream home is an exciting journey, but securing the right financing can be a complex process. Unlike purchasing a...
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Feb 203 min read
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2025 Custom Home Trends: What’s In and What’s Out
These trends can inspire you to create a space that’s both modern and timeless.
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Jan 283 min read
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Top 5 Resolutions for Texas Owner-Builders in 2025
Here are five resolutions for Texas Owner-Builders to guide you as you bring your dream home to life in 2025.
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Jan 272 min read
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How to Plan Your Dream Home in the New Year
Start 2025 Strong With Your Custom Build Goals! It's the perfect time to focus on planning your dream home. For Texas owner-builders,...
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Dec 30, 20242 min read
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Year-End Tax Tips for Texas Owner-Builders and Custom Home Projects
As the year winds down, it’s time to think about maximizing your tax benefits—especially if you’re building your dream home. For Texas...
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Dec 3, 20243 min read
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How Your Credit Score Impacts Your Financing Options as an Owner-Builder
Building your own custom home is an exciting project, but securing the right financing is essential to bringing your vision to life. As...
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Sep 26, 20244 min read
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Busting the Myths Behind Being Your Own Builder: What You Really Need to Know
Many people hesitate to take on the role of an owner-builder due to misconceptions that make the process seem overwhelming or...
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Sep 21, 20243 min read
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First-Time Owner-Builders: Navigating the Financing Process for Your Custom Home in Texas
So, you are considering building your own home. Maybe you’ve spent months combing through the market trying to find the perfect place...
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Sep 4, 20243 min read
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Securing the Best Mortgage Rates for Your Custom Home in Texas: Tips and Strategies
Securing the best mortgage rate is a critical step in making your dream home a reality. The mortgage rate you lock in will significantly...
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Aug 28, 20244 min read
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Understanding the Benefits of Building a Custom Home in Texas: Personalization, Value, and Lifestyle
Building a custom home in Texas offers a unique opportunity to create a living space tailored to your needs, preferences, and lifestyle....
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Aug 15, 20243 min read
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How to Stay Cool and Energy-Efficient in Your New Texas Home This Summer
This is a guide to an energy efficient home in Texas
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Aug 1, 20243 min read
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Financing Your Dream Vacation Home in Texas: What You Need to Know
This is a great guide to financing a vacation home in Texas
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Jul 31, 20244 min read
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Navigating the Permit Process for Your Custom Home in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide
A Guide to Navigating the Permit Process for a Custom Home Build in Texas
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Jul 30, 20243 min read
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3 Challenges with Home Construction (and How to Overcome Them)
This blog shows the 3 challenges with Home Constructions and how to overcome them.
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Jul 11, 20243 min read
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Mastering the Journey: How to Be Your Own Builder in Texas
We will guide you through the key responsibilities and requirements of being your own builder in Texas, ensuring you are well-prepared.
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Jun 27, 20243 min read
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5 Benefits of Being Your Own Builder
At BYOB Home Loans, we specialize in providing tailored construction financing to help you manage your project from start to finish. Nobody
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Jun 27, 20243 min read
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Understanding the Difference and Similarities Between Construction Loans and Traditional Home Loans
Construction loans and traditional home loans each serve distinct purposes and have unique characteristics.
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Jun 12, 20243 min read
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How Can I Finance My Custom Home Build in Texas? Exploring BYOB Home Loans
Are you dreaming of building a custom home in the vibrant state of Texas? As the old adage goes, "Everything is bigger in Texas," and...
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Jun 12, 20243 min read
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