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September 28, 2026 Developing a small apartment building or holiday homes as an investor: from plot to sale Developing a 4–8 unit apartment building or a group of cabin houses is not a bigger family house but a different genre: time, predictability and saleability matter most. This is how such a project comes together in one pair of hands. Read more September 26, 2026 Hybrid structures: when does it make sense to combine CLT with reinforced concrete and conventional methods? The best building rarely consists "purely" of one technology. Foundations, a basement, a retaining wall on a sloping plot or a stair core often call for a conventional structure, while the superstructure is built from CLT. When and why does this pairing work? Read more September 24, 2026 How long does a CLT house last? Durability, moisture protection and maintenance The most common question about timber houses is not fire but water: what happens if the structure gets wet? We look at what makes a CLT building durable for decades, and what needs doing while you live in it. Read more September 22, 2026 A healthy indoor climate: what is it like to live in a CLT house? A solid timber structure is not only a question of statics and energy: it affects humidity, surface temperatures, acoustics and how we feel within its walls. What is worth knowing, and what needs attention at the design stage? Read more September 20, 2026 How to compare two general contractor quotes The bottom line of two quotes rarely tells the whole story: the real difference lies in the technical scope, the schedule and what has been left out. Here is what is worth putting side by side before you sign. Read more September 6, 2026 What does 'turnkey' construction actually mean? The term 'turnkey' is used by many people, in many different ways, in the construction industry. We clarify what it actually means with us, and what is worth watching for when you hear this word elsewhere. Read more September 5, 2026 Property market trends worth knowing before you sell or buy The property market changes year by year: buyers look for different things, decide differently, and research differently than they did a few years ago. We have gathered the trends that most affect a property's saleability today. Read more September 3, 2026 The energy-efficient home: what keeps running costs low, and which subsidies can help An energy-efficient home is not a luxury — it is a long-term saving. We look at which technical decisions matter the most, and how the financing side can be aligned with them. Read more September 1, 2026 Energy efficiency in practice: what makes a house cheap to run? Good energy performance does not come from one miracle material. It comes from four things: the insulating envelope, airtightness, the absence of thermal bridges, and summer shading. We go through what each one gives you, and where it pays off. Read more September 1, 2026 What determines a house's building cost? What is worth knowing before you design The price per square metre is a misleading figure on its own. We show which factors really shape the final cost of a build, and where you can consciously save without compromising quality. Read more August 30, 2026 What to check before buying a plot, before you design your home A good plot is not just a nice view — almost everything, from the foundations to the utility bill, is built on it. We have gathered the key things worth clarifying before you buy a plot. Read more August 28, 2026 CSOK Plusz and other subsidies: what is worth knowing before you commit Building or buying property is a major financial decision, and understanding the subsidy options can help a great deal. We summarise what is worth paying attention to, and how we can help. Read more August 25, 2026 Building permits step by step: what to expect before construction starts Many people underestimate how much rests on the paperwork before the first spade goes into the ground. We walk through the phases of the design and permitting process, and why it is worth taking the time. Read more August 24, 2026 Weeks instead of months: what prefabrication buys you The biggest practical advantage of CLT houses is not the wood but the process: most of the structure is made in a covered hall to millimetre precision before it ever reaches the site. That is what shortens the schedule and stabilises the cost. Read more August 23, 2026 How to sell your property successfully: step by step with the REMAX Platinum team Selling a property is more than placing an ad. We walk through the steps worth following so the sale is fast, safe, and closes at the best possible price. Read more August 21, 2026 Brick or CLT? Which building technology fits your project There is no single 'best' building technology — only one that fits a given project, plot and timeline. We compare traditional brick-and-concrete construction with CLT timber structures, without taking sides. Read more August 19, 2026 Why does it pay to keep a build in one pair of hands? The logic of general contracting On a single building site, ten trades and ten contractors can easily cross paths. The point of general contracting is that one party sees the whole picture and is accountable for it — here is what that means in practice. Read more August 15, 2026 What is CLT, and why are more and more homes built from it? Cross-laminated timber combines the oldest virtues of wood with engineering precision. We have put together what turns a timber panel into a load-bearing structure, and what is worth knowing before you start building. Read more