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Turnstone builds ICF homes like this on that survived Hurricane Michael

18 Nov, 2018
Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) Homes by Turnstone 

Controlling Project Costs

23 Apr, 2018
A new custom home is a partnership between the homeowner and the builder 

Home Price Reality Check

19 Sep, 2017
Consulting with a builder before drawing the plans will save money and headaches.

Should You Use an Open Book (Cost Plus) Construction Contract?

13 Jun, 2017
Should You Use a Cost Plus Construction Contract? 

Building is Not a Game of Poker

16 Mar, 2017
Building is Not a Game of Poker - Why you Should Share Your REAL Budget 

Do I Really Need to Get Three Bids for My New Custom Home?

28 Nov, 2016
The general rule of thumb when building a new home is that you should obtain bids from at least three quality homebuilders. That is generally good advice, but there are major obstacles to making those bids realistic and useful. They include the need for detailed plans and job specifications, the need to find comparable bidders and the need to structure the bid in a way that facilitates easy comparisons. It can be difficult to get all three just right.
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