Appeal of New Homes

• New homes have a longer life expectancy, and often appraise higher than a pre-owned home. Future resales are favorable at these appreciated prices.

• Most new homes have at least a one-year warranty on the home and a five- year warranty on major appliances. Some builders extend structural warranties to 10 years.

• When you buy a new home, you get to pick the options you want, including the floor plan, choices of optional rooms, extra square footage, upgrade materials, and color choices. You can make the home fit your needs and personal tastes.

• Especially in a market where many new homes are under construction, new home prices are usually more competitive. It is also easier to comparison shop a new home to ensure that you are getting the best value.

• A new home will meet all current safety and environmental codes. You are assured that toxic materials such as asbestos and lead-based paints have NOT been used in the construction. A new home will have lower maintenance requirements in its lifetime.

• New homes usually have open space. You can choose family rooms, libraries, and even home theaters. They are equipped for modern electronic equipment, such as microwaves, TVs, multiple telephone lines, stereo equipment, faxes, and even networked computers.