Frequently Asked Questions
Why GHO Homes
GHO Homes builds luxury communities across Florida's renowned Treasure Coast, with premier neighborhoods located in Indian River County and St. Lucie County, FL. These prime locations offer residents easy access to natural beauty, vibrant local culture and top-tier lifestyle amenities.
Yes, GHO Homes offers a diverse range of communities to match varying lifestyles, from fully amenitized neighborhoods to intimate and tranquil enclaves. We design each location to foster a strong sense of community while providing privacy and security.
Buyers can choose master-planned developments with resort-style pools, golf club access and lush parks. Alternatively, those seeking a quieter environment can select our smaller gated communities that offer serene coastal living.
Yes, you can add major structural features such as a second master suite, a guest kitchenette or a larger pantry through our Tailor Made program. We specialize in modifying our master floor plans to accommodate multigenerational living and specialized space requirements.
During your initial consultations, our team will review your specific requests and integrate these custom structural changes. This ensures your newly built home perfectly accommodates your family dynamics and entertaining needs.
GHO Homes personalizes your new home through a collaborative design process that focuses on your daily habits and long-term goals. We start with one of our core floor plans and modify it to align with your specific vision.
Buyers can incorporate custom features such as:
- Expanded gourmet kitchen islands for entertaining
- Convenient kitchenettes for long-term guests
- Addition of casitas/pool house
- Dedicated garage workshops for weekend projects
The GHO Homes Tailor Made program is a personalized homebuilding experience that allows buyers to customize floor plans to fit their specific lifestyle. Just as a tailor listens, measures and designs a perfectly tailored suit, our expert team shapes your home to your exact specifications from the first meeting to the final finish.
Whether you desire a private sitting room, a larger pantry or a second master suite for extended family, you can customize every detail. This program transforms a standard floor plan into a distinct living space that reflects your unique personality and daily routines.
The GHO Homes Design Studio is a 3,500-square-foot facility where buyers meet with professional design consultants to select high-quality finishes for their new home. This state-of-the-art space simplifies the decision-making process by offering a vast array of premium materials in one convenient location.
During your appointment, our experts guide you through choosing elements like luxury flooring, modern cabinetry and energy-efficient appliances. We partner with top suppliers to ensure your selections create a cohesive and elegant aesthetic.
The Design Studio offers a comprehensive selection of high-end finishes, including quartz countertops, light oak flooring, custom cabinetry and designer tile. We curate these materials to provide modern aesthetics alongside lasting durability.
Buyers can also select energy-efficient solutions such as tankless water heaters and smart home technology. Our consultants help you blend these premium options to create a sophisticated environment that meets your budget and design preferences.
Your Home Buying Journey
GHO Homes offers a diverse collection of communities along Florida's Treasure Coast, ranging from intimate neighborhoods to gated communities with private clubhouses and golf courses. Each community is thoughtfully designed to enhance your lifestyle.
Whether you prefer a tranquil neighborhood or an amenity-rich setting with clubhouses, pools and golf, GHO Homes has a community to match your vision. Explore current communities to find the location and lifestyle that suit you best.
GHO Homes communities offer a variety of lifestyle options, from quiet, intimate neighborhoods to vibrant settings with private clubhouses, swimming pools and golf course access. Many communities are gated for added privacy and security.
These amenities make GHO Homes communities ideal for families, couples and those seeking an active, connected way of life. Beach, golf and community events are all part of the welcoming Treasure Coast experience.
GHO Homes makes personalizing your home simple through a guided process with two dedicated teams. First, you work with the Sales Team to select your floor plan and discuss your vision. Then, you visit the Design Studio to choose finishes, fixtures and features.
The personalization journey includes four steps:
- Choose your floor plan as your starting point
- Share your vision, including how you live and what you need
- Design every detail at the Design Studio, customizing finishes inside and out
- Watch your one-of-a-kind home come to life
The GHO Homes Tailor Made program is a customization experience that transforms your vision into a one-of-a-kind home, with every detail selected to fit your life. Just as a tailor designs to your exact specifications, the GHO design team shapes a home that reflects your personality, priorities and dreams.
Through Tailor Made, you can customize your home with numerous plan options, built-ins and upgrades that exceed industry standards. Whether you dream of a gourmet kitchen with an expanded island, a serene master suite with a private sitting room or a garage workshop, your lifestyle leads the design.
The average GHO Homes build takes approximately 10 months, though the exact timeline varies based on the size of your floor plan and the community you choose. Larger, more customized homes may require additional time.
Your construction team keeps you informed throughout the journey, providing a transparent and predictable process from groundbreaking to move-in day. This clear timeline helps you plan your move and financial decisions with confidence.
GHO Homes buyers are involved in each step of the construction process and work directly with the construction team. This hands-on approach ensures your home is built to your expectations and keeps you connected to your investment every step of the way.
From foundation to finishing touches, you receive updates and opportunities to see your home take shape. This collaborative experience reflects the family-focused, pride-driven approach that defines GHO Homes.
GHO Homes collaborates with discerning trade partners who bring exceptional quality and craftsmanship to every home, using premium materials and exquisite finishes from trusted brands. These partners follow GHO Homes' signature "Take Pride" standards on every job site.
The Take Pride standards ensure a superior building experience through:
- Clean, safe job sites: Sites are kept neat, safe and professionally organized
- Daily upkeep: Job sites and the roads in front are walked and cleaned up daily
- Quality inspections: Each trade reviews and inspects completed work, with deficiencies quickly addressed
- Respect for all: Every partner shows respect for the community, residents, the home and fellow trades
Yes, GHO Homes builds energy-efficient homes equipped with modern conveniences that help reduce energy bills and environmental impact. Many homes feature natural gas for the cooktop, tankless water heater and dryer, with optional lines available for a future generator, pool heater or patio grill, varies per community.
These thoughtful features combine comfort, efficiency and long-term savings, giving you a home that performs as beautifully as it looks.
Yes, GHO Homes is a trusted Florida home builder founded in 1983, with decades of experience building award-winning townhomes, single-family homes and custom estate homes along the Treasure Coast. The company is known for high-quality construction and a large number of repeat buyers.
As a Green Brick Partners company (NYSE: GRBKP), GHO Homes combines local building expertise with strong financial resources. Its award-winning floor plans and "Take Pride" commitment reflect a lasting dedication to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
Financing Your GHO Home
GHO Homes works with five trusted local lending partners: Guild Mortgage, Truist, Wells Fargo, South State Bank and MIDFLORIDA Credit Union. Each lender has been selected for their deep understanding of the new construction process and what buyers need at closing.
These professionals are experienced in the Vero Beach and Treasure Coast markets, offering competitive rates, low settlement costs and a wide variety of financing programs designed specifically for new construction.
Yes, GHO Homes will work with your personal lender. While GHO Homes maintains longstanding relationships with five preferred local lending professionals who understand the nuances of new construction financing, buyers are not required to use them.
That said, working with a preferred lender can offer advantages, including:
- Familiarity with GHO Homes' building timelines and closing requirements
- Access to financing programs tailored specifically for new construction
GHO Homes' preferred lenders offer a wide variety of financing programs to suit different buyer situations. Whether you are a first-time buyer or purchasing your next home, there are options available to meet your needs.
Program types typically include:
- Conventional loans
- FHA loans
- VA loans for eligible veterans
- Jumbo loans for higher-value homes
- New construction-specific programs with flexible terms
Contact any of the preferred loan professionals directly to discuss which program best fits your financial profile.
Yes, GHO Homes' preferred lenders offer competitive rates, low settlement costs and a wide variety of financing programs. One may be long-term rate lock options designed specifically for new construction financing. Rate locks are especially important when building a new home, as construction timelines can extend several months.
A rate lock protects you from potential interest rate increases while your home is being built, giving you confidence and financial certainty throughout the process. Speak directly with a preferred lender to learn about available lock periods and terms.
GHO Homes' preferred lenders are known for offering low settlement costs. Settlement costs, also referred to as closing costs, typically include lender fees, title insurance, prepaid taxes and insurance, and other transaction-related expenses.
Because GHO Homes' lending partners have deep experience with new construction closings, they are well-positioned to streamline the process and keep costs manageable. For a personalized estimate, reach out to one of the preferred loan professionals listed on the GHO Homes Financing page.
GHO Homes provides two self-guided resources to help buyers navigate their financing journey:
- Loan Calculators: Estimate your monthly payments based on loan amount, interest rate and term
- Loan Q&A: Get answers to common financing questions in plain, easy-to-understand language
These tools are available directly on the GHO Homes Financing page, offering a helpful starting point before you connect with a lender.
You can contact any of GHO Homes' preferred loan professionals directly by phone or email. Simply let them know you are working with GHO Homes when you reach out.
Current preferred lenders include:
- Guild Mortgage—Kim Ulrich, Producing Branch Manager, (772) 234-0063; Spanish-speaking assistance available through Michelle Spera, (561) 948-3526
- Truist—Charles Bratten, Assistant Vice President, (561) 801-5499
- Wells Fargo—Neil Vogel, Private Mortgage Banker, (561) 350-8232
- South State Bank—Ursula Kupferer, AVP Mortgage Banker, (772) 234-7858
- MIDFLORIDA Credit Union—Lison Maurer, AVP/Mortgage Loan Officer, (772) 321-9019
Full contact details, including email addresses and online application links, are available on the GHO Homes Financing page.