Building a New Home
here are advantages to both. Two experts from established homebuilders will highlight the differences and guide us through their T If you are in the market for a new home, you may find yourself at a crossroads: do you go with a planned or custom build? processes. Dan Rolfe, president of Maric, and Tony Balaz, vice-president of Kensington Homes, will share their expertise to help you decide which path is right for you. Whichever route you decide to take, choosing where you want to live is the first step. Finding the right neighbourhood or area is key — with proximity to family and friends, amenities, school, work, recreation and more. Once you know where you’d like to be, determine your budget, make a wish list and gather inspiration. Then you’re ready to seek out a builder. PLANNED OR CUSTOM BUILD — WHICH ONE IS RIGHT FOR YOU? BY KRISTIN MARAND
Planned builds are typically found in select developments and neighbourhoods with central amenities where a builder has
Dan Rolfe, president, Maric
46 PARADE of HOMES FALL 2025
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