The New-To-You™ process
New-To-You™ Home Remodeling in Fargo-Moorhead
Sell your current home, buy the one you love — then let us remodel it before you ever unpack a box. Already closed? We'll finish the remodel before move-in day, so you start life in your new home without living in a construction zone.
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500+ Fargo-Moorhead homes remodeled
- SellYour current home
- BuyThe home you love
- RemodelBefore you move in
- Move in onceInto a finished home
New-To-You™ remodeling at a glance
- Who it's forBuyers, sellers & new owners
- Interior designIncluded with Studio A
- Your priceFixed before we build
- Typical timelineUnder 8 weeks
How New-To-You™ works
Where are you in your move?
Most Fargo-Moorhead homes have a basement that's either bare concrete or stuck in another decade. Both are hundreds of square feet you're already paying for and not using.
Step 1
Plan & sell
We map your timeline and budget, and work alongside your agent as you list your current home.
Step 2
Find & buy
Tour homes with remodeling in mind. We help you see what a house could become before you offer.
Step 3
Design while you close
Studio A designs your remodel and your fixed price is set before you get the keys.
Step 4
Remodel
Construction starts right after closing, while the house is empty.
Step 5
Move in once
Unpack into a finished home — no dust, no detours, no second move.
One plan for your whole move. We coordinate the remodel around your sale, purchase and closing dates so you move once — into a finished home.
Plan My Move & RemodelStep 1
Walk the house
We tour your new home with you and talk through what you want changed.
Step 2
Design & selections
Studio A designs it; you choose finishes and approve 3D renderings.
Step 3
Fixed-price proposal
One line-item price and a schedule built around your move-in date.
Step 4
Remodel
We build while the house is empty — faster and cleaner than working around you.
Step 5
Move in
Final walkthrough, a clean house and you're home.
You have the keys — let's use the gap. Tell us your move-in date. We'll design fast and build the schedule backward from it.
Plan My Pre-Move-In RemodelWhy remodel before you move in
An empty house is the easiest house to remodel.
Tap everything that sounds like your family. We'll bring your list to your free consult and show you how it fits your space.
| Move in first, remodel later | New-To-You™ with The Home Authority, Inc. | |
|---|---|---|
| Where you live | In the middle of the construction zone | Somewhere comfortable until it's done |
| Dust & noise | On your furniture, clothes and kids | In an empty house |
| Speed | Slower — crews work around your family | Faster — full access to every room |
| Moving | Move in, then pack rooms up again | Move once, into a finished home |
| Flooring & paint | Move every piece of furniture first | Done wall to wall before anything arrives |
| Planning | Squeezed in after the move | Designed and priced while you close |
Best projects before move-in
What to remodel before you unpack
These projects are the most disruptive to live through — and the easiest to knock out while the house is empty.
Kitchen
The most disruptive room to live without — do it first.
Kitchen remodelingBathrooms
Update the primary bath before it's the only one you use.
Bathroom remodelingFlooring throughout
Wall-to-wall with no furniture in the way.
Paint & trim
Fresh walls in your colors, not the last owner's.
Opening up walls
Layout changes are dusty — perfect for an empty house.
Lighting & electrical
Recessed lights and updated wiring while ceilings are accessible.
Basement finishing
Add the space you bought the house for.
Basement remodelingCustom storage & built-ins
Cabinet Authority mudroom, closets and built-ins before boxes arrive.
Custom cabinets
Shopping for a home?
Buy the right neighborhood. We'll make it the right house.
The best location often comes with a dated kitchen or a layout that doesn't work. Bring us in before you make an offer and we'll help you see what the house could become — and what it would take to get there.
- See the potentialWe help you picture what a dated house could become.
- Spot the big-ticket itemsKnow which changes are simple and which move walls, plumbing or beams.
- Get a realistic budget rangeSo you can make an offer with the remodel already in mind.
- Coordinate with your agent & lenderYour closing date and our schedule, planned together.
Design while you close · Studio A
Make it yours before it's even yours.
Your Studio A designer starts planning while your sale and purchase are in motion — so selections are made and your fixed price is set by the time you get the keys. Construction can start right after closing.
- Design during closingNo time wasted after you get keys
- 3D renderingsSee it before demo day
- Finish selectionsSide by side in our showroom
- Custom cabinetryBuilt by Cabinet Authority
- Lighting planPlanned for how you'll live
- Move-in scheduleBuilt backward from your date
"Calling this project The Generational Homestead warmed my heart immediately. Having The Home Authority help transform it into our home has meant the world to us."
Before
AfterNew-To-You™ remodel cost
How much does it cost to remodel a home before moving in?
The cost to remodel a newly purchased home in Fargo-Moorhead depends on which rooms you update, whether walls or plumbing move, and the finishes you choose. We give you an honest budget range on a free 15-minute call — ideally before you make an offer — then one fixed price once your design is complete.
| Cost factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Which rooms you update | A paint-and-floors refresh is very different from a new kitchen and baths. |
| Layout changes | Opening walls or moving plumbing adds engineering and labor. |
| Age & condition of the home | Older homes may need electrical, plumbing or HVAC updates. |
| Cabinets & built-ins | Custom cabinetry in the kitchen, baths, mudroom and closets. |
| Finishes | Flooring, tile, countertops, fixtures and lighting. |
| Schedule pressure | A tight move-in date can affect sequencing and material choices. |
Know your number before you close
A line-item, fixed-price proposal for your finished design — so you can plan your move and your budget with confidence.
Financing your remodel
Ask about renovation loans that may let you finance the remodel together with your purchase, plus our local and national lending options.
Explore financingHow long it takes
Most New-To-You™ remodels are finished in under 8 weeks.
Because design happens while you're closing, construction starts right after you get the keys. We'll build the schedule around your move-out and move-in dates.
While you close
Design & selections
Studio A designs your remodel; you approve 3D renderings and finishes.
While you close
Fixed-price proposal
Line-item pricing and a schedule built around your move-in date.
Week 1
Protect & demo
Right after closing — floors protected, old finishes out.
Weeks 2–4
Rough-ins & inspections
Walls, plumbing, electrical and inspections.
Weeks 4–7
Finishes
Cabinets, flooring, tile, paint, trim and fixtures.
Week 8
Walkthrough & move in
Final walkthrough, a clean house, and you're home.
Recent New-To-You™ remodels
From listing photos to move-in ready
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Google reviews
What Fargo-Moorhead homeowners say
New-To-You™ remodeling FAQ
Questions about remodeling a home before you move in
Have one we didn't answer? Ask it at your free consult.
What is New-To-You™ home remodeling?
New-To-You™ is The Home Authority, Inc. process for remodeling a home you are buying or just bought before you move in. We can coordinate with your sale and purchase so you move once, into a finished home, or start right after closing if you already own it.
Why remodel a house before moving in?
An empty house is faster, cleaner and easier to remodel. There is no furniture to move, no family to work around and no dust on your belongings, and flooring, paint and layout changes can be done wall to wall.
Can you help if I haven't sold my current home yet?
Yes. The New-To-You™ process is built for people who still need to sell and buy. We plan the remodel around your listing, purchase and closing dates so the timing works for your whole move.
I already bought my house. Can you still remodel before I move in?
Yes. Tell us your move-in date and we will walk the home with you, design quickly and build the construction schedule backward from that date.
Can you look at a house before I make an offer?
Yes. We can help you see what a home could become and give you a realistic budget range, so you can make an offer with the remodel already in mind.
How much does it cost to remodel a home before moving in?
The cost depends on which rooms you update, layout changes, the age of the home and your finishes. The Home Authority, Inc. gives you an honest budget range on a free 15-minute call, then one fixed price once your design is complete.
How long does a New-To-You™ remodel take?
Most New-To-You™ remodels are finished in under 8 weeks of construction. Design and selections happen while you are closing, so construction can start right after you get the keys.
Can I finance the remodel with my home purchase?
Some buyers use renovation loans that combine the purchase and remodel into one mortgage. Ask your lender about your options, and ask us about our local and national financing partners.
What should I remodel before moving in?
The best projects before move-in are the most disruptive to live through: kitchens, bathrooms, flooring throughout, paint, opening up walls, lighting and electrical, and basement finishing.
Is interior design included?
Yes. Every New-To-You™ remodel includes interior design from Studio A, including layout planning, 3D renderings and finish selections.
New-To-You™ remodeling near you
Moving within Fargo-Moorhead, relocating to the area or buying a lake home? We remodel newly purchased homes throughout the metro and within about 60 miles. Visit our showroom at 2821 US-10, Moorhead, MN.
Communities we serve
Free New-To-You™ consult
Planning a move? Let's talk before you list, buy or unpack.
A 15-minute phone call with our team. You'll leave with:
- An honest budget range for your whole home
- Whether to build all at once or in phases
- A realistic timeline — and whether you can stay home
- Financing options, if you want them
Ready when you are
Pick a time that works for you. No pressure, no obligation.
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