Your custom-built home isn’t just a project; it’s also a valuable asset that could be worth a pretty penny in the future. The home is, of course, a living space for you and your family, and you should always build it with your needs in mind.

However, knowing your resale options can be helpful if you’re looking to move in a few years or anticipate reselling your custom-built home in the future.

Moreover, knowing how your design choices while building your home could impact future resale options is crucial. As you’re looking to build a custom home, start thinking through how you want to add value to the build. Read on for some specific recommendations and options to consider!

Location

Few items impact your home’s resale value as much as the home’s location. It might not be feasible to pick your location based on future resale value, but considering the area you select will impact your chances of getting your asking price if you decide to resell. As you consider where to build, consider access to public spaces, proximity to local spots, school district quality, and growth projections. These can all help you anticipate where it might make sense to build, assuming you have the buy-in of your builder and a few viable lots to choose from.

Outdoor Living Spaces

Everyone knows that the four walls of your home are just the beginning of how you utilize your space. The yard and outdoor spaces are vital parts of your property and worth maximizing if you want to resell. Where deed restrictions allow, consider adding an inground pool, an outdoor table, a gardening bed,  a pickleball court, a gazebo, or a bonfire pit, any of which would considerably increase the asking price. If you have the funds, consider adding to your outdoor living space to command a better asking price in the future. The examples we mentioned are great starting points but feel free to get creative. Whatever you think would add to the enjoyment of the home’s outdoor living spaces is fair game here.

Weatherized Considerations

Optimizing a home’s infrastructure to withstand the elements is a considerable perk for home buyers. Ensure your custom home is equipped to be comfortable and enjoyable for its occupants. If you’ve spent any amount of time in Texas, you know just how uncomfortable both summer and winter can be. Ensuring your home is well-insulated, well-built, and boasts the newest energy-efficient appliances will help you down the line when you resell. Plus, this strategy makes your custom-built home more enjoyable for you as an occupant and reduces your energy bills. It’s a true win-win for everyone!

Design Choices

Properly designing your space is a simple way to increase your resale value. Since you’re starting from scratch, now is a great time to incorporate design elements that will stand the test of time and improve the overall value of your home. Consider the materials you are using. Perhaps certain material choices within the bathroom or kitchen will help enhance your future resale value, or a few small touches in certain areas of your home will make the space pop.

Remember, design choices are not purely aesthetic. Functional items like upgraded gutters and broader window access are growing in popularity alongside more traditional items, like remodeled kitchens and bathrooms. Regardless of what it is, consider whether reimagining your initial design during the building process is a good call for your specific needs.

Call Maykus Homes

If you want to build a unique custom home, call Maykus Homes! We’ve built amazing custom-built homes across DFW and North Texas and are here to provide you with a free consultation. Let our team help you with the following:

 

  • Custom Home Financing Submission and Approval
  • Floorplan Selection
  • Guidance Through the Process
  • Project Scoping and Vetting
  • Navigating Unique Neighborhood Zoning and Permitting
  • & More

 

Building a custom home is a significant endeavor. Ensure you trust the biggest project of your life to a builder with vetted and bona fide industry connections and experience. Our team will keep you informed about your project and delight you with the completion of a custom-built home that goes above and beyond what you could have imagined or expected. Call Maykus Homes today and start building that dream home today!