home construction costs
Cost to Build a House

Eugene Oregon Home Construction Costs [Updated 2023]

If you’re considering building a new home, the city of Eugene, OR, is a great location with high property values and the potential for future growth. You probably have either a budget or a limited amount of money available to you from lenders, but you still want to know the ballpark cost to build a house

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home builder warranties
Custom Homes

Are Home Builder Warranties Transferable?

If you’ve built your dream home, you want to enjoy it for years to come. Many custom home builders, including our team at Schar Construction Company, offer warranty coverage on our work so you can live comfortably in your home. These home builder warranties generally kick in if you need to repair or replace a

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Financing Home Construction

This Is How Home Construction Loans Work

Whether you are looking to build your home from scratch or renovate or remodel an existing home, you need to be familiar with home construction loans. Although you may be familiar with a traditional mortgage loan, construction loans differ in several key aspects.  A construction loan is a short-term loan to finance a home’s construction,

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Home Construction Costs and Foreclosure
Cost to Build a House

Will Home Construction Costs Go Down in 2023?

Over the last two years, the United States and the rest of the world have experienced economic challenges. While businesses are opening back up and people can walk freely without masks, the social and financial impacts of the pandemic remain relevant, especially in the construction industry. As such, we are continuing to see increasing home

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Who Are The Best Home Builders in Eugene, Oregon (ReviewsRatings)
Home Builders

Who Are The Best Home Builders in Eugene, Oregon? (Reviews/Ratings)

Each year, we at Schar Construction meet with well over 100 families across Lane County as they seek out the perfect contractor for their custom home construction or remodel. And because we have been one of the most trusted home builders in Eugene since 1975 and regularly publish informational articles on our website, many often

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Top 5 Home Construction Problems and Solutions
Custom Homes

Top 5 Home Construction Problems and Solutions

Home construction is just one path to your dream home, but it ensures a home that fits your needs now and in the future. As with any major project, some challenges may arise. Fortunately, you can avoid these pitfalls with some simple solutions and enjoy the process of building a house as much as you

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Home Construction Contractors
Custom Homes

How Long Does Custom Home Construction Take From Start To Finish?

Timelines are often the factors worrying anyone considering a custom home. At Schar Construction in Eugene, Oregon, clients frequently ask how long the home construction process will take. Building your dream home will take time—but it will be worth the wait.  Custom Home Construction Timelines in a Perfect World Many factors affect how long building

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find land for your new home
Custom Homes

Do This to Find the Perfect Land for Your New Home

The first stage in building a new home is purchasing the land to build it upon. The land you choose can play a significant role in your overall experience in your home, so you’ll want to choose carefully. Before you begin searching for the land for your new home, we recommend making a list of

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