Custom Homes verses Spec Homes: Which is right for you?

We talk with Steve Poythress from Poythress Homes about all things custom homes, what is the process, what to expect in 2023 with building a custom home.

1. Hosts Erica and Melody discuss attending the Masters' Golf Tournament, thanks to Mercedes-Benz of Greensboro.
2. Steve talks about his family's custom home-building business, Poythress Homes, spanning 30 years and involving various sectors like commercial and real estate development.
3. They discuss choosing lots and floor plans for custom homes in new developments.
4. The hosts mention working with various architects and designing a custom home based on the client's preferences and budget.
5. Steve shares their experience building custom homes with pools and the challenges of pool maintenance.
6. The conversation touches on building custom homes on beach properties and the importance of understanding local regulations.
7. They discuss impervious surfaces and their impact on home construction and landscaping.
8. Steve explains their pricing for custom homes, considering factors like lot size, finishes, and various allowances, as well as including costs for septic systems and wells if needed.
9. The hosts discuss unique design features like glowing countertops and seamless quartz backsplashes.