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Why buy new? - Are you considering buying a
house? If so, why not get the most for your money and buy a brand new house.
Being the first person to cook in a custom-designed kitchen or the first to use a
whirlpool tub is very gratifying. And with today's financing options, owning a new
home can be as affordable as purchasing a used one.
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New homes offer numerous advantages:
- New homes come with everything
new! When buying an older home, you could be looking at paying for costly
maintenance, repair and replacement.
- New homes usually come with a one-year warranty
on workmanship and materials. Many builders also offer insurance-backed structural
warranties for up to 10 years. Appliances, heating and air-conditioning systems,
etc. include manufacturers' warranties.
- You'll find amenities
in new homes that aren't offered in many older houses. Many new homes feature
built-in appliances, more electrical outlets, whirlpool tubs and more.
- New homes consume half as much energy
as homes built prior to 1980. They have better windows, better heating and
air-conditioning systems, better insulation.
- Safety is
always a concern. Many new homes feature built-in smoke detectors. You are
also getting better wiring systems and better equipped electrical power systems.
- More, more, more!
New homes tend to have more windows, more closet space, larger garages, and more
spacious kitchens and bathrooms.
- New home buyers can choose from many spacious floor plan options. You'll find hundreds of
floor plans designed to bring as much light as possible into the home.
- Don't forget choices.
That's right, new home buyers have a choice as to the interior and exterior
of their homes. They can choose carpet colors, paint colors, lighting fixtures, not
to mention trees, shrubbery, etc.
- Location.
New home buyers can choose the piece of land their new home will be built on.
The best of both worlds, choosing where you want to live, as well as the type of
house you want to live in.
Don't discount buying a new home, rather than a used one,
without first talking with a mortgage professional about your financing options.
Many home builders can assist buyers in locating affordable financing. Remember
that new homes have a longer life expectancy, therefore a higher appraisal and more
favorable resale value than older homes. |
