Hello World! Welcome Friends! Whether you’re ready to purchase your first home or you’re experienced in the art of moving, the process of it all can be exhilarating, stressful and magical. In most cases, moving to a new home means creating new memories, experiencing new cultures and closing chapters in life. To help you make an informed decision, take a look at 8 tips for new homeowners. No matter your reason for a move, you’ve likely looked into available options, and in doing so, you’ve probably considered new home construction. While there are plenty of opinions out there regarding the subject, here’s a quick look at the pros and cons of moving into a newly-constructed home to help you make an informed decision:
Pro: It’s a New Home!!
Obviously, one of the benefits of a newly-constructed home is that it’s new, meaning it hasn’t had to endure spilled drinks, accidental holes in walls, ceiling leaks or any of the other fun stuff that comes along with years and years of home ownership. Because your new home will be thoroughly inspected, you can also count on all structures to be free from defects or the need for repairs prior to moving in.
Con: Fewer Choices
Unfortunately, the flip side of this is that a newly-constructed home is , most likely, still a home that someone else designed and built to their specifications. This means that, even though you’re buying a new house, you didn’t have any input in the floor plan or the materials used to construct the home. This doesn’t always have to be the case though. If creating your own home from scratch is important to you, consider working with a builder who offers customizable design plans to choose from.
Pro: Cost Savings Now and in the Future
Another benefit to a new construction home is that you’re more likely to see savings due to modern energy efficiency standards and construction materials and practices. Purchasing an older home may seem like a good deal at the closing table, but you may end up spending thousands of dollars in higher energy bills due to things like drafty windows, outdated heating systems and poor insulation. When you purchase a new home, you not only save on energy costs now, but you’re also likely to avoid energy upgrades and repairs in the future as well.
Con: Some Builders Skimp on Quality
Of course, as with any industry, there are always so-called professionals out there who will skimp on quality. In the construction industry, these individuals and companies may try to push an inferior insulation product or exaggerate the cost savings of a particular air conditioning system in order to offload inventory. When this happens, you not only spend more on energy bills, but you’re also more likely to face repairs and replacements down the road.
Thankfully, there are a few companies that are changing this practice. One example of which is SEDA Construction in North Florida. SEDA new home construction professionals are available to discuss your needs and put your mind at ease with guarantees and top name brands in the construction industry.
No matter what option you go with, a home is an investment and should be treated as such. For this reason, always do your research prior to making a purchasing decision. Talking with an expert new home design professional is also a good idea to determine what options will match your unique needs if you find that new construction is right for you. Remember that your home is what you make of it, so make it the best!
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Kathryn, I love the entire concept of a house dedicated to God! After selling our home of 22 years where all of our kids were raised, we found ourselves looking at a new build. So many things to weigh and your information is helpful for anyone considering a home purchase.
Great article, really gave me some points that I never thought of!
great info! Thanks for sharing at the To Grandma’s House We Go DIY, Crafts, Recipes and more Link Party. I pinned this! Hope to have you join us again this week.