Log and Timber Home Living

Log Home Economics

Current economic conditions weigh on every financial decision, and these days the economy certainly is making headlines. Words like “inflation” or “rising interest rates” can make prospective log homeowners cringe. Right along with those concerns are “supply chain issues” or “shortages of materials and labor.”

It’s enough to rain on your log home parade, but don’t run for cover quite yet. These issues can be worrisome, but if they’re understood, they can be taken in stride. The search for the right loan to help finance your log home dream is still well worth the investment of time and energy, so, let’s take a look and what’s happening in the marketplace.

There’s Money to Be Had

“Banks have money to lend, and they’re looking for good loans

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