Aug 25, 2025
Tilson Live! Ask Us Anything About Building a New Home on Your Land - August 26, 2025
Build On Your Land, Live Seminars
On this episode of Tilson Live!, Eric and Dawn answered a variety of your questions about building on your land! From discussing customization options such as adding garages or combining plan features, to understanding Tilson’s warranties, explaining the construction loan option, and sharing additional financial insights, Eric and Dawn covered an array of topics to help guide you along your home building journey. Whether you’re just beginning to explore the idea of building a new home or are well into the construction phase, this episode is full of helpful takeaways to inspire you as you make the next step toward your dream home!
Seminar Notes:
- 00:00 Intro Video
- 00:55 Welcomes and Introductions
- 02:25 Topic Introduction
- 04:04 Viewer Welcomes
- 04:27 Upcoming Event: Muddy Boots (Elgin, TX)
- 06:09 Upcoming Event: Brazoria Grand Opening (Spring, TX)
- 07:46 When is flatwork for driveways & sidewalks added?
- 09:22 Customization Discussion
- 11:46 Discussion on Water Wells & Options
- 14:35 What is the cost of adding a garage?
- 16:49 Do I need to hire a third party inspector?
- 20:40 Viewer Comments
- 20:55 Are utility connections included in your pricing?
- 22:36 What is the time range to build on your lot?
- 25:22 Can tile be utilized from a different vendor?
- 27:39 Tilson’s Warranties
- 31:00 Combining Plan Features (Sonora & Breckenridge)
- 33:45 Is sandy loam soil appropriate for slab?
- 34:19 Explanation of the San Jacinto “XL” Nickname
- 36:29 Is there another Brazoria plan in the works?
- 37:54 Price Per/Sq. Ft. in the North Dallas Region
- 38:52 Garage Discussion Cont.
- 39:46 Viewer Welcomes
- 40:21 Discussion on Tilson’s Construction Loan Option
- 43:49 VA One-Time Close Construction Loan
- 44:57 Incentives for Tilson’s mortgage plans?
- 45:37 Rate Lock on the One-Time Construction Loan
- 48:17 Do you have a video of the Woodland model?
- 49:52 Upcoming Events
- 52:46 Can I combine a Tilson plan with an outside plan?
- 54:12 Wrap Up and Goodbyes
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