important coming out of the recession . I think it won people over with the classic Foksha high-end finish and attention to detail that so many have come to appreciate .”
From that moment on , Oleg explains , he and his father were inundated with requests from Salem locals to build their dream custom home . In fact , the company now rarely builds spec homes because of the demand it still gets for bespoke modern homes .
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Currently , the father-and-son duo are working on a mammoth $ 3.5 million dollar build , and the cheapest home on its books comes in at $ 750,000 , which stands as testament to the strength of the market . Indeed , it ’ s a far cry from the scenes Oleg says took place in 2008 .
The homebuilding bug had taken hold
Family first
For many , working with family would be a dream . But , for others , it could feel more like a nightmare . Which is it for Oleg ? “ Let ’ s just
“ say , it ’ s a very interesting dynamic …” he laughs . “ No , in all seriousness , I have the utmost respect for my father , because he is the one that ultimately started the company . But that doesn ’ t negate the fact that we have two very different personalities !
“ To begin with , you have the age difference ,” he goes on . “ Then , connected to that , there ’ s our differing visions for the company . Indeed , I like to take on as many projects as I can , because I am trying to grow the business and expand it . Whereas my father is in a very different place ; he ’ s retiring soon , and therefore remains quite content with just building a few homes a year . However , I really want to propel us forward
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