Are you dreaming of building your own home? There is nothing more picturesque than a colonial. It echoes of the past while ushering in the future. Colonial style homes are perfect for growing families with roots to the past. Dreaming up a house in this style? Here are a few trends to keep you inspired. 1. Colonial…
Much of the architectural inspiration of Mediterranean style homes comes from the scenery of Spain, Southern Italy, and other Mediterranean countries. The Tuscan brown trend with dark travertine flooring, gold or yellow countertops and the dark wood cabinet is not what every buyer wants for their new construction home. Fortunately, there are ways to bring…
Homeowners choosing a Tuscan style for their new construction home enjoy a taste of the old world Europe even though they have all the refined elegance and conveniences of the modern world. When choosing an architectural style for your new construction luxury home in the Dallas, Fort Worth area, opt for Tuscan style homes if…
The adage, “A man’s home is his castle,” doesn’t have to be metaphorical. If your tastes tend toward crenelations and ramparts, we have the experience to make your vision a reality. If the peaked roofs and towers of a castle style home are where you see your family growing, we can make that happen. We have been…
Ultra-luxury kitchens are popular in the luxury real estate market. When building a new home, consider the high-end features, appliances, and accessories that will create a statement in the kitchen. Often considered the hub of the home, the kitchen isn’t just a place to cook. It’s also a place for children to finish homework or…
If you so desired, you could own a custom smart home right out of The Jetsons, but one of the trends of ultra-luxury new homes is to preserve some spaces with no ties to technology. When building a luxury new home in the Houston and Fort Worth area, consider an architectural style that lets you experience a…
The hottest trend with custom homes is going green. The prime reason for choosing a green home building is lessening environmental impact. This means using sustainable materials and lowering the home’s carbon footprint. Every aspect of home design, from air quality to function, is thoughtfully considered. Nonetheless, there are common mistakes people make when planning a green…
Our technologically advanced world comes with a lot of advantages, but it also comes with a lot of stress that can plague us and make us yearn for a simpler life. If you’re someone who likes modern conveniences, but you would also like to unwind in a home that embodies Old World style, luxury, and…
Creating a home of your dreams is the perfect way to get the home you’ve always dreamed of. If you’ve searched for pre-constructed homes in the past, you’ve probably found some that were nice but not quite everything you hoped for. Don’t settle for less when it comes to the largest purchase your family will ever make….
J. Lambert Custom Homes was recently voted “Best Home Builder in Northeast Tarrant County!” As a premier luxury home builder in DFW, J. Lambert Custom Homes specializes in custom homes ranging from 2,500 sqft one story homes up to 40,000 sqft. Click here to view the current inventory of custom homes.
Trying to find a new home can be time consuming and stressful. But building your dream home comes with quite a few benefits, the least of which is getting exactly what you want. Custom built homes are quite often the best bet when trying to find your dream, and here are the top five reasons why: Cost…
Sellers of real property will have certain information regarding the sale reported to the Internal Revenue Service. This required reporting is a consequence of the Tax Reform Act of 1986; it is intended to encourage taxpayer compliance and aid in audit and enforcement efforts by the I.R.S. To help you better understand this subject, the…
When you apply for a mortgage loan, you expect your lender to pull a credit report and look at whether you’ve made your payments on time. What you may not expect is that they seem to be more interested in your FICO® score. “What’s a FICO® score?” is a common reaction. Each time your credit…
This is a detailed summary of costs you may have to pay when you buy or refinance your home. They are listed in the order that they should appear on a Good Faith Estimate you obtain from a mortgage lender. There are two broad categories of closing costs. Non-recurring closing costs are items that are…
A professional home inspection protects both you and the buyer. It allows both you and the buyer the opportunity to learn about the property’s defects. A home inspection usually covers the following: Plumbing conditions – if there is leakage or clogging Roofing conditions – the extent of deterioration, if there is leakage Electrical conditions –…
