The Benefits of Buying New Homes
If you are considering buying a home you may be wondering whether it
would be best to buy a brand new home or a home that is a resale. There
are certainly advantages to both. But if you want to take advantage of a
wider range of advantages, buying a new home offers the most
benefits.
The biggest benefit in buying a new home for many people is that you
know what you are getting when you purchase a brand new home. This
cannot be said when buying a home that is a resale. When you purchase a
new home you know there will usually be no surprises after you move in.
The equipment and systems in the home will be new and you will know what
is required in maintaining and operating. You can always approach the
builder if you find that you have any questions and know that you can
get an accurate answer.
You can also get what you want when you purchase a new home. You do not
have to live with or replace anyone else's decorating style and design.
You can choose from a wide selection of both standard and upgrade
options. When you choose to buy a new home you gain the advantage of
choosing what best suits your budget, taste and lifestyle.
Buying a brand new home also offers the advantage of high-quality
construction. In the last few years, the technology utilized in the home
building process has greatly improved. Today, homes are built better
than in the past. New homes of today are more energy efficient, have
great indoor air quality and are built to last longer. In fact, new
homes tend to use only about half as much energy as homes that were
built before 1980. This means that you can benefit from a home that is
more comfortable as well as easier to maintain and healthier. This not
only benefits you as the homeowner but also the environment as well.
You can also take advantage of living in a well-designed community when
you buy a new home. Amenities commonly included in these communities
include walkways, bike paths, parks, etc. New homes also offer a number
of amenities to which resale homes cannot compare. These amenities
typically include the fact that everything is new such as siding, carpet
and appliances. Your central air conditioning and heating systems as
well as electrical outlets will also be brand new as well. Moreover, new
homes also tend to be much safer than resale homes. Built-in smoke
detectors and improved wiring and electrical systems can help to reduce
the risk of fire in the home.
When you purchase a new home you will receive a comprehensive warranty.
This is not an advantage that you receive when purchasing a resale home.
This is an important advantage as you will have some protection in the
event something goes wrong with the home. As a result, newer homes offer
lower maintenance costs than resale homes.
You will also benefit from knowing what your housing costs will be when
you purchase a new home. For many first-time home owners this is a great
advantage because it allows them to properly budget. Given the low
interest rates currently offered along with the prices of homes which
are quite competitive, a homeowner can own a home for not any more than
what they currently pay in rent.
Generally speaking, a new home will also be much larger than a home that
was built approximately 20 years ago. This means you can benefit from
additional closet space, larger kitchens, more windows and a larger
garage. On average, homes built today offer some 700 square feet more
space than homes that were constructed 20 years ago.
New homes also usually have a longer life expectancy than a home that
was built several years ago. As a result you can benefit from a higher
appraisal value than an older home.
Perhaps the most important advantage for many homebuyers is that when
you are buying a new home, you remain in control of the situation. You
know that you will be able to get what you want and be certain of what
it is going to cost you.
If you are looking for a home which will allow you to know exactly what
you are getting for your money and take advantage of the most benefits
offered through the current market, your best option may well be to
consider buying a brand new home over a resale home.
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