Built to Last:  Country Joe Homes Articles & Resources

Planning your next move? Learn the key differences between a model home and a spec home to decide which type of pre-built property is right for your family.

Skip the 10-month build time with a Twin Cities spec home and enjoy a brand-new, high-quality Country Joe home with a fast 45-day closing window.

Compare the best home builders in the Twin Cities, categorized by regional expertise, customization levels and the top choices for semi-custom and offsite builds.

Build a safe, stylish home for the long term with Minnesota-specific aging-in-place features like zero-entry showers, heated floors, and winter-ready mudrooms.

Explore the rise of multi-generational living in MN and learn how to customize new construction floor plans for aging parents, guest suites and finished basements.

Understand how Lakeville’s MUSA expansion and 2040 Comprehensive Plan dictate where the next great new construction neighborhoods will be built in 2026.

Discover the best month to start building your Minnesota home, from navigating spring frost laws to timing your foundation for a "dried-in" winter finish.

Maximize your home’s value with basement features designed for the Minnesota climate, from radon mitigation and warm subfloors to legal egress windows.

Compare the pros and cons of building new vs. buying an existing home in Minnesota, covering energy efficiency, winter maintenance, and renovation costs.

Uncover the most common hidden costs of building a new home in 2026, from site preparation and permit fees to design center upgrades and essential landscaping.

Compare the cost, timeline and design flexibility of custom, semi-custom, and production home builders to choose the right construction path for your new home.

Discover why semi-custom homes are the perfect middle ground for buyers seeking custom flexibility and production-level efficiency in their new home build.

Build a future-ready home with our guide to 2026 smart home essentials, from Cat6 wiring and Matter-compatible hubs to automated lighting and energy management.

Let Country Joe Homes take the stress out of building by helping you find and analyze the perfect Twin Cities lot, covering zoning, neighborhood access, and lot features.

Customize your new home with Country Joe Homes by exploring popular semi-custom options for basements, interiors, exteriors, and layouts to build your perfect space.

Find your dream home by discovering how Country Joe Homes stands out in the Twin Cities with customization, bright designs, and quality assurance that puts you first.

Learn how to choose the perfect floor plan for your unique Twin Cities private lot of land by assessing its features to optimize your home's design and value.

We make building your semi-custom dream home on a private lot more affordable and less complicated with Twin Cities expertise and an in-depth lot assessment process.

These move-in-ready Lakeville houses are the answer you’re looking for, all brand new and waiting for you to make them your own.

Get the best of both worlds with a move-in-ready home in the Twin Cities with endless customization potential in the basement.