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Price increases in effect: Lock in lower prices today!

It's a fact of life – the costs for everything keep going up. Food. Gas. Clothing. We in the homebuilding industry are facing similar increases. The prices for lumber and other construction materials have grown in the past few months....

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5 Myths About Buying A New Home

With housing prices steadily climbing and mortgage rates beginning to rise, many people are ready to get off the fence about homeownership. Since buying a home remains the single biggest purchase most people will make in a lifetime, it pays to make sure you know what you’re getting into. Here are some home buying myths that can lead to confusion.

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The Game of Homes has begun at Skogman Homes!

Knights and ladies, warriors and explorers, Skogman Homes invites you to play the GAME of HOMES! Visit any or all of the “kingdoms” specified by September 4th, and you’ll be eligible to win prizes!

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What’s Hot in Outdoor Living?

Summer is here, so we’ll all be heading outside to bask in the nice weather. What better way to enjoy the outdoors than as an extension of your new home? We have some ideas for planning the perfect outdoor living space for your family with five of the latest design trends and features.

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Why Rising Interest Rates Mean It's Time To Buy

Ten years ago, the Federal Reserve responded to the economic downturn by pushing interest rates to record low levels. Those very low interest rates helped the housing market get back on its feet by making it cheaper to own a home.

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Why I Love My New Skogman Home!

Lindsey Schuler and her family spent a long time deciding between buying an existing home or building a new home. Ultimately, Lindsey says, “It came down to having everything new and an unbeatable warranty. While some of the prices were comparable, we didn’t want any of the mechanical surprises that come with a used home.”

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Why buy a move-in ready home from Skogman Homes?

For some people, buying a new home isn’t a carefully contemplated months-long process. Whether relocating for work or having another form of time constraint, sometimes you just need to buy a home quickly. But if you think that means you’re stuck with resale homes, think again. You can enjoy the benefits a move-in ready Skogman Home today!

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5 Reasons Why You Should Buy New

You wouldn’t buy a cell phone from 10 years ago, so why would you settle for an outdated home? At Skogman Homes, we specialize in building exceptional new homes throughout eastern Iowa. Our goal is to build you a brand new home that will last for generations, with superior quality, a unique approach, and innovative designs.

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