Recently my wife and I had a home built in a brand new subdivision. The house was a semi custom home meaning we got to pick the upgrades, colors and features but didn't get to choose the floor plan. Honestly, the process of building the house was very exciting. However, one of the most difficult parts was knowing what upgrades to choose from the extensive list of options. It was definitely very difficult to pick.
However, we discovered a few things during the process that I thought I would pass along. Here they are...
Your credit score is one of the most important factors mortgage lenders look at when prequalifying or approving you for a home loan. If you have bad credit you may be able to get a loan, but you'll pay a higher interest rate and will probably need a larger down payment. 
Having a new customized home built can be an exciting experience. Getting through the process however can be a long and at times difficult ordeal. People having a new home built often rely solely on their builder to help guide them through the construction. Unfortunately he may not be the best person to advise them on their project.
Are you building your dream home? If your dream of the future includes a brand new home, you are in a position to make your dream house one that is good to the environment. Here are ten choices that can make your new construction home a lean green machine.
