Allen Edwin Homes Blog

Nov 3, 2026

Can You Build a House With a VA Loan?

Yes. Eligible borrowers can use VA backed financing to build a home. But there is an important difference between using a VA loan to finance construction itself and using VA financing to purchase a newly built home. Read More

Nov 3, 2026

Understanding Your 10-Year Structural Warranty

Buying a new construction home comes with many benefits, but one of the most important is understanding what protections are in place after you move in. A 10-year structural warranty provides long-term coverage for certain qualifying structural defects involving major structural components of a home. Read More

Oct 30, 2026

Can You Buy a House With a VA Loan?

Yes. Eligible veterans, service members, and certain surviving spouses can use a VA backed loan to purchase a qualifying home. That can include both resale homes and eligible new construction. Read More

Oct 26, 2026

2026 New Home Design Trends in Michigan: What the Data Reveals

What finishes are appearing most often in new construction homes in Michigan in 2026? Allen Edwin Homes’ Michigan design selection … Read More

Oct 22, 2026

VA Loan Down Payment: Do You Need Money Down?

Not always. Eligible VA buyers may be able to purchase a home with no down payment. But $0 down does not necessarily mean $0 due at closing, so it is important to understand how a VA loan down payment differs from other homebuying costs. Read More

Oct 19, 2026

4 Compelling Reasons to Stop Renting and Start Owning

Is it better to rent or buy a home? The answer depends on your finances, lifestyle, and long-term goals. Renting … Read More