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November 22, 2013

Skiing in Ogden, Utah

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As far as skiing in Utah goes, Ogden is pretty overlooked. Most visitors who come to Utah for ski trips spend their time closer to Salt Lake City, skiing at Alta, Brighton, Canyons, or Park City. But what most people don’t know, is that the Ogden area has some great ski resorts as well! These are the top ski resorts to check out:

1. Snowbasin Resort: This resort has received quite a bit of attention in national Ski magazines, even though it may not be the most popular ski resort in Utah. Snowbasin has nearly 3,000 vertical feet and 2,800 acres of terrain that can entertain any skier for days! With three resort lodges, you’ll have plenty of time to refuel before you get back on the slopes.

2. Powder Mountain: Powder Mountain has more acreage than any other ski resort in the US! This resort has great night lighting so you can stay out late on the slopes!

3. Wolf Mountain: This resort is one of the best for those who are learning how to ski! Some of the hills from this resort were used during the 2002 Winter Olympics. The Wolf’s Lair terrain park has over 20 features with boxes, jumps, and rails!

So take this advice from Mt. Sterling Custom Homes (your favorite northern Utah home builders) and check out these resorts for winter 2013!

October 18, 2013

Why Build a Custom Home

Custom Home, New Home Owners Budgeting, Buying, Mount Sterling Construction, northern Utah homebuilders, Patience, Planning

There are many reasons to build a custom home, and choosing to do so could be one of the best decisions of your financial life. First, no two families are the same. Each will have a different preference on how a certain function of the home should work, or where a certain thing should be. Cookie-cutter homes for the masses do not give each family that freedom. As top notch, Northern Utah homebuilders, we understand that fact and specialize in helping families create their own living space.

Second, production builders use products that minimize the cost of construction, but also maximize their own profits. What that means for you as a homeowner is that the products used during construction may not have the life expectancy you hope to get from a new home. When you have your home custom built, you have a say in the materials used, and this ensures you get the quality you want, as well. Additionally, you get to choose the style that suits you; from the floors to the built-ins, everything is catered to your personal tastes.

Buying a home is an investment in your future, and if it is going to be a place you spend the next 20-30 years of your life, it might as well be a place you love. Contact northern Utah homebuilders for more information about the process. They can walk you through the ins and outs, including what you can expect to pay. Following are a few tips to keep in mind if you are planning to custom build your home.

*Keep an eye on your budget – manage your expectations and desires realistically so you do not end up overextending yourself.

*Plan ahead – custom building can be a little more expensive than building from pre-existing blueprints, so it is important to know what you want and plan your finances accordingly, while also being as frugal as possible during the build.

*Be Patient – custom building a home will take longer than other options, but is well worth it. There are blueprints to draw up; building permits to obtain, and then the actual building time will vary based on your design. Stay in contact with your builders for updates.

With those tips in mind, anyone can successfully build a custom home. While not all of the decision-making may be desirable for some, those who enjoy deciding exactly what their home will look like will enjoy the process.

Iannucci, L. (n.d.) “Should You Custom Build Your Home?” Bob Vila (Website). Retrieved from http://www.bobvila.com/articles/423-should-you-custom-build-your-home/ . Accessed on October 1, 2013.