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[pepsi]

Hello boys and girls!

I have always wanted to build a log home so this class seems great, but I have a couple of questions:

1. I am from Europe and English isn't my native language, will I still be able to understand what they teach in the class?

2. I still go to high school and intend to attend the class after i graduate this summer. I have saved enough money for the class and a plane ticket, but despite the small budget these houses can be built on, it would take me a long time to get the money to buy the material and land. Do you know if it's possible to loan money from a bank with only the then un-built house as collateral? If it is possible I planned to build one to sell, to finance a log cabin of my own.

Thank you in advance!

[hakalugi]

Hi from Virginia

Considering the LHBA method, since I didn't like what I saw in kits, for our vacation cabin. The site vs. the length of logs will be the challenge, as some neighbors' contractors can't even get 24' trailers up here due to the grade and switch backs. www.vamtncabin.com to see what I mean. We'll see if it's doable. Considering the March class, but hopefully going to speak to a local with LHBA experience who can advise about that question of feasibility first.

You'all have some great homes.

[StressMan79]

dear Coke,

1) your english seems fine to me. If you don't understand something, ask, Mr. E won't bite your hand off.

2) you are 17 or 18... Man, I remember when I had the whole world at my feet. You can get land lots of ways. You can get logs lots of ways. You can actually get both for free. There is also seller financing, etc. Lots of options, and they are all covered in class. As much as you require. Write down your questions before you come, you'll cross half of them out...

I suppose you aren't the booky type, with a summer internship at CERN... Anyway, with no more than a rudimentary knowledge of math and measurement, you can build one for yourself (and maybe for land/trees too)

-Peter

[hakalugi]

Hello boys and girls!

I have always wanted to build a log home so this class seems great, but I have a couple of questions:

1. I am from Europe and English isn't my native language, will I still be able to understand what they teach in the class?

2. I still go to high school and intend to attend the class after i graduate this summer. I have saved enough money for the class and a plane ticket, but despite the small budget these houses can be built on, it would take me a long time to get the money to buy the material and land. Do you know if it's possible to loan money from a bank with only the then un-built house as collateral? If it is possible I planned to build one to sell, to finance a log cabin of my own.

Thank you in advance!

Hi, welcome, i'm new too.

in the US that is called a 'bridge loan' or construction loan, a loan on something that doesn't yet exist. Generally speaking:

1) they are hard to get
2) the terms are steep (high %)
3) they convert to traditional loans after it's built
4) you need a lot of collateral for the loan (like the land) and great credit

Have you looked for properties that may need a 'hosuekeeper' or caretaker, and maybe you could barter a land-lease (ie: a 100yr lease) for X years of services. Since you'll be there building for a while, might as well ask.

[StressMan79]

www.vamtncabin.com[/URL] to see what I mean.
You'all have some great homes.

you'll be surprised what a logging truck can get up.

I have 2 vids of my driveway. There are 2 really severe switch backs, but the logging truck (with a "stinger" steering) made it around them. I got logs as long as 35'. My logger pulled the truck up the dirt hill the last mile to my place with his Cat, all three loads.

Anyway, find a good logger and ask him what he could get to your place, and design the home accordingly. Mine is only 24x24, but is great for just a man/wife.

-Peter

[rreidnauer]

in the US that is called a 'bridge loan' or construction loan, a loan on something that doesn't yet exist. Generally speaking:

1) they are hard to get
2) the terms are steep (high %)
3) they convert to traditional loans after it's built
4) you need a lot of collateral for the loan (like the land) and great credit.

Hard to get is right! I was trying to get a $5k loan to cover the short coming of closing on my property. Despite the sale price being about $20k, and me having $16k, and the property value being more like $40k, the bank I've been doing business with ever since I was 16 refused to grant the loan!!!

So instead, I just put my nose to the grindstone and managed to come up with the needed money by closing, with less than $600 in excess to spare. (lots of ramen noodle dinners during that cram session) But goes to show what one can do with sufficient determination.

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[sdart]

Hello pepsi,
I think the possibility of a loan will differ depending on which country you are building in. Even within the European Union, as I'm sure you know, each country still has its own system. You will need to talk to someone in your country who knows the rules there. But I think most of us would advise, no matter what country you live in, NOT to go into debt. You are young and have time to save up and work towards this goal. Once you have taken the class you'll know exactly what you need to save for and what kind of land you need to find.

There are several LHBA members from northern Europe who have taken the class, so depending on where you are, you might be able to get into contact with them and even possibly get some experience helping them build after you have taken the class.

[krawlersedge]

Hello to all, what a great site! Can't wait to learn more.

[panderson03]

glad you found us. stick around and stay a while welcome

[LogHomeFeverDan]

Hello and welcome krawlersedge. I agree "can't wait to learn more" seems contagious. (-;

[loghousenut]

Welcome krawlersedge,

Just keep watching LogHomeFeverDan and you'll see how it's done. He's gradually peeking over the edge and about to jump in with both feet. He asks all the right questions and he knows where the answers are. I can't wait to see the log home he builds for his family.

[persundberg]

Hello boys and girls!

I have always wanted to build a log home so this class seems great, but I have a couple of questions:

1. I am from Europe and English isn't my native language, will I still be able to understand what they teach in the class?

2. I still go to high school and intend to attend the class after i graduate this summer. I have saved enough money for the class and a plane ticket, but despite the small budget these houses can be built on, it would take me a long time to get the money to buy the material and land. Do you know if it's possible to loan money from a bank with only the then un-built house as collateral? If it is possible I planned to build one to sell, to finance a log cabin of my own.

Thank you in advance!

Hi Pepsi, Im from sweden and plan to build here. I took the class in March , man it was a great experience and I have never been so focused any time in my life as when I took the class, I would advice not to take a loan, its a big risk not worth it. The whole idea is to become debt free.. Im 33 and still working to get rid of my loans. Where are you from? Taking the class was no problem and it seems you have a good level of english.. :-)

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[pepsi]

God dag landsman, I'm Swedish too! Where will you build your house?

[persundberg]

God dag landsman, I'm Swedish too! Where will you build your house?

Hej :-) va kul , we are still thinking where to build , I'm thinking a bit up north, Im from Åmål and my gf is from skåne, but land is cheaper up north in sweden, .. We want to have some space and beautiful nature.. Currently we are in norway working to afford the house :-). Vart ska du bygga?

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[Bmc52]

Hello everyone, found this site about 6months ago and love it. I've been reading non-stop for hours at a time. I Signed up for the March class and have already booked my flights and hotel. I can't wait to go!!

[marronnin]

Welcome Bmc52, can't wait to see you on the "Other-side".

[panderson03]

welcome Bmc52! glad you'ure here. enjoy reading these public threads. there's SO much more on the members side. glad you decided to take the class. we LOVED it! we've never looked at things the same way again

[medicgus]

Hello, just signed up for the march class and looking at building in 1.5 years. Lots of great info so far and I can't even access the "members only" section yet (anxiously waiting). Looking forward to an off grid loghome that I built with my own hands.

[Blondie]

Welcome medigas!

Yes it is true, the members only will not be available until after you take the class. I wasn't able to take the class for 2 or 3 years after I joined. But there is a ton of information to consume. I read and read. I am sure you are too. Where are you going to build?

Blondie

[rckclmbr428]

Welcome! Take good notes

[BoFuller]

Welcome. Where are you located?

[medicgus]

I am in central California but looking to relocate. Left Washington when I was 16 and trying to get back since.

[rocklock]

You sound like me... I am a native of Washington but raised in Fresno... But you need to go where you have opportunities. Good luck! Living in a log home with no mortgage is another opportunity.

[Zetmandu]

Welcome medigus. Read all you can on this side. it will help prepare you for the class.

[LogHomeFeverDan]

Welcome Medigus and see you in the March class!! Can't wait!

[localfiend]

Howdy folks,

After a bunch of lurking and reading I've just signed up for the march class. I hail from the dry side of Washington and hope to get a piece of land and start building within a couple of years.

[loghousenut]

Welcome aboard friend... I mean fiend. You came to the right spot.

[LogHomeFeverDan]

Welcome to the "nut hut"!! No wait that's LHN's home. Welcome aboard Localfiend I'll be attending class with you in March!