Posts In Schaeffer

A Smart Homebuyer’s Guide to Building This Spring

Feb 11, 2026

Spring is one of the most popular and strategic times to begin the home-building process. Longer days and improving weather create momentum, but spring also brings tighter construction schedules, permitting backlogs and site conditions that many buyers do not anticipate. The most successful spring builds are not rushed starts. They are the result of thoughtful planning that happens well before ground is broken.

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Three Ways to Build a Home: Which Path Is Right for You?

Jan 14, 2026

The best way to choose a builder is to understand how each path works before you sign a contract. Comparing pricing clarity, timelines, customization, stress level and accountability upfront allows you to move forward with confidence instead of uncertainty. As a custom home builder in NJ, PA and DE, we have designed our building process to eliminate many of the common pain points buyers experience while still delivering a home that feels personal and thoughtfully designed. This guide walks you through the three most common ways to build a house, enabling you to choose the approach that best aligns with your goals and expectations.

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Employee Spotlight: Meet Brutus Schaeffer

Oct 28, 2019

Employee Spotlight: Meet Brutus Schaeffer!     When you visit Schaeffer Family Homes’ Design Center, there’s a good chance you’ll be greeted by our company’s cutest employee: Brutus Schaeffer! Brutus isn’t like your typical Schaeffer Homes team member – he’s small, has fluffy paws, a wet nose… and, well, he’s …
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Featured Floorplan: The Newport

Sep 23, 2019

Choosing a floorplan that’s perfect for you and your family can be challenging, but when it comes to The Newport, it’s hard to go wrong! At Schaeffer Family Homes, The Newport is one of our most popular and versatile floorplans. This charming ranch-style home, which starts at 2,005 square-feet with …
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Featured Floor Plan: Meet the Blake!

May 7, 2019

Did you know many of our floorplans are named after real people? Not celebrities or historical figures—but the lively, imaginative children of our employees and homeowners! Our featured floor plan, The Blake, is no exception. Much like its namesake, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom, 2,934-square-foot home is full of personality and charm—ready …
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