Guides

  1. Read more: Introducing the Outpost Medium
    Introducing the Outpost Medium

    Introducing the Outpost Medium

    by Michael Romanowicz

      Hello, I'm Mike, the founder of Den, and I'm thrilled to introduce the Outpost Medium. This beautiful building is the culmination of four years ...
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  2. Read more: How Should You Finance Your Build?
    How Should You Finance Your Build?

    How Should You Finance Your Build?

    by Michael Romanowicz

    Financing the construction of your new home is a big decision. Should you dip into your savings, take out a loan, or secure a mortgage? We’ve done ...
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  3. Read more: How You Can Budget for Building a House
    How You Can Budget for Building a House

    How You Can Budget for Building a House

    by Michael Romanowicz

    Embarking on the journey to build your own home is exciting… and overwhelming. One of the first and most crucial steps is figuring out your total b...
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  4. Read more: How to Choose Where to Build
    How to Choose Where to Build

    How to Choose Where to Build

    by Michael Romanowicz

    Choosing the perfect location to build a home isn’t easy.  The romantic vision of stumbling upon the perfect view and deciding to make an offer on ...
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  5. Read more: How Kamaria's DEN STR Went Cashflow Positive in Month 1
    How Kamaria's DEN STR Went Cashflow Positive in Month 1

    How Kamaria's DEN STR Went Cashflow Positive in Month 1

    by Michael Romanowicz

    Kamaria's side-hustle   Meet Kamaria, an engineer from Austin, Texas, who turned a side hustle into reality with a stunning A-frame cabin just out...
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  6. Read more: Customer Interview: Hear Philip H Discuss the Process of Building an Outpost Plus
    Customer Interview: Hear Philip H Discuss the Process of Building an Outpost Plus

    Customer Interview: Hear Philip H Discuss the Process of Building an Outpost Plus

    by Michael Romanowicz

    We’re excited to share an exclusive interview with Philip, a passionate nature lover building his dream Den Outpost Plus in the serene wilderness o...
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  7. Read more: Best Ways to Save Money When Building Your Dream Custom Home
    Best Ways to Save Money When Building Your Dream Custom Home

    Best Ways to Save Money When Building Your Dream Custom Home

    by Michael Romanowicz

    Are you ready to embark on the exciting journey of home building? Creating your dream home through a custom home design process is thrilling, but i...
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  8. Read more: 2 Years of Planning and Building in the Poconos | DEN Customer Builds
    2 Years of Planning and Building in the Poconos | DEN Customer Builds

    2 Years of Planning and Building in the Poconos | DEN Customer Builds

    by Michael Romanowicz

    Erik S started his planning to build his Modern Alpine Plus, currently under construction in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, over 2 years ago...
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  9. Read more: How Long Does it Take to Build a Cabin or House?
    How Long Does it Take to Build a Cabin or House?

    How Long Does it Take to Build a Cabin or House?

    by Nathaniel Taylor

    The home building process is an exciting journey that allows homeowners to create a personalized living space tailored to their needs. Whether you're constructing a cozy cabin in the woods or a custom home in the suburbs, one of the most common questions potential homebuyers ask is, "What's the time frame for building a new house?" This comprehensive guide will explore the various factors that influence construction timelines, provide estimates for different types of builds, and offer insights on how to streamline the home construction process.
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  10. Read more: Building a Peaceful Retreat in Northern Wisconsin: Thoughtful Design for Short-Term Rentals
    Building a Peaceful Retreat in Northern Wisconsin: Thoughtful Design for Short-Term Rentals

    Building a Peaceful Retreat in Northern Wisconsin: Thoughtful Design for Short-Term Rentals

    by Nathaniel Taylor

    DEN customer Philip H. is doing more than developing a short term rental. He’s creating something with real intent—a retreat designed to offer peace to its visitors and generate income as a short-term rental. 
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  11. Read more: The Benefits and Setbacks of Prefabricated House Kits
    The Benefits and Setbacks of Prefabricated House Kits - Den

    The Benefits and Setbacks of Prefabricated House Kits

    by Michael Romanowicz

    Should you purchase plans and stick to traditional construction or a go with a prefab cabin kit? Besides choosing a design, building team, and mat...
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  12. Read more: The Best Towns to Own a Short-Term Rental
    The Best Towns to Own a Short-Term Rental

    The Best Towns to Own a Short-Term Rental

    by Katherine Englishman

    In today’s competitive, oversaturated short-term rental market, it can be tricky to find the perfect location that checks all the boxes for owning ...
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