Castellana Homes - East Bay Homebuilder & Remodeler

Many of our clients considering a remodel have a similar dilemma. They like their current neighborhood or school system, but they have outgrown their current home. Usually, their family is now larger or smaller, or they have a different financial situation that allows them to afford more home than they orginally purchased. Their current home is probably 20+ years old and the original building plans are not available.

The dilemna: Do they: 1) remodel their existing home, 2) tear it down and build new, or 3) buy another home?

This is a complicated decision with many questions that need to be answered, including:.

What is the value of your current home?
What is the value of other homes in the neighborhood?
Are there any development restrictions affecting their current home?
What are your remodeling options?
What would each remodeling option cost?
What will your home be worth when it is remodeled?
What other homes are available (or are likely to come available) that meet your current needs?
What are the property tax implications of remodeling vs. building vs. buying?
What are the capital gains tax implications of remodeling vs. building vs. buying?

As a licensed real estate broker and general contractor, Castellana Homes specializes in assisting clients in this situation. Unlike an individual real estate broker, architect or builder, we have the combined, broad expertise to fully evaluate the entire range of options. And we have the skills required to deliver the desired outcome.

If you have similar questions, contact us for a free evaluation of your buy, build and remodel options.