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First-Time Buyer? Here’s What to Expect When Building Your Elmwood Home
June 12, 2025
First-Time Buyer? Here’s What to Expect When Building Your Elmwood Home
Buying your first home can feel overwhelming, but with Elmwood Homes, the process is clear, supportive, and even exciting. Here’s what to expect when building your dream home from the ground up.
1. Choosing Your Floor Plan Our communities in Ellis County offer a variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans. Whether you're looking for an open-concept layout or need a dedicated home office, there’s a plan that fits your lifestyle.
2. Signing the Contract Once you select your home and homesite, you'll sign a purchase agreement and submit your earnest money. Don’t worry—our team walks you through every detail.
3. Design Studio Experience This is where the fun begins. You’ll meet with our design team to choose flooring, cabinetry, countertops, and more. And with our current upgrade incentives, you can get more of what you love.
4. Construction Milestones You’ll be updated at key points: slab pour, framing, drywall, and final finishes. We welcome walkthroughs and questions throughout the process.
5. Final Walkthrough and Move-In Before closing, we do a detailed walkthrough to ensure everything meets your expectations. Then it’s time for the keys!