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We’ve recently posted a number of articles in our The Best Floor Plan Series—that take a look at some great plans for building a new Connecticut home. We’ve looked at the best floor plans for empty-nesters, and also at the best plans for a young family. It can be fun to look at the different options and styles, but at some point, you'll be faced with a decision. You'll have to choose which plan is right for you. How do you arrive at the right choice? Here's a look at 6 steps for evaluating a home floor plan that can steer you in the right direction.

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We’re continuing our The Best Floor Plan Series—a look at choosing the best floor plan for your specific living situation. Building a new CT home is about much more than just location, countertops, appliances, and square footage. You want a home that reflects your lifestyle—and is comfortable and convenient for everyone. Here’s a helpful article that explores how your living needs (and floor plan choices) can change over time.

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The holidays are over and if you’re like a lot of Connecticut residents there is a niggling in the back of your mind that you had better get started organizing your papers for tax season. This annual activity may not be high on your “Top 10 Fun Things to Do in the New Year,” but it’s good to be prepared. So if you bought a new home in CT this last year, are there still some tax benefits that go with that. As builders, we don’t give out tax advice, but there are some 2018 tax breaks for CT Homeowners that you might want to check out.

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Introducing The Best Floor Plan Series, highlighting the best floor plans for your family. No matter how big or small, there is a floor plan out there for everyone  

One of the most significant elements in building the right home is finding the right floor plan. When it comes to the right floor plan, however, there’s no such thing as one size fits all. What’s important for a young family starting out isn’t necessarily important for more mature owners. So what are some elements that contribute to the best floor plan for empty nesters?

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When you start looking at floor plans for a new home the number of choices can be overwhelming. At Sunwood Development we currently offer more than 20 floor plans from which to choose. Why so many choices? Your needs and your sense of style won’t be exactly like those of anyone else. If you have a young family, what you’re looking for in a new home will be different than what a more mature family may want. So what are some of the features you’ll want to keep in mind to ensure you get the best floor plan for a young family?

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