4 Reasons to Buy a New Construction Home

October 15, 2008

Phoenix AZ (Maricopa County) is a geographically large area that offers home buyers more choices in which to live then ever before. One of the first choices that Phoenix AZ real estate buyers needs to consider is whether or not they want to by a resale home or new home construction direct from a builder.

There are many pros and some cons to both choices. However, here is a list of 4 Reasons to Buy a new construction home direct from a builder.

1) Pricing/Value -  most builders have a lot more room to negotiate than resale owners. The sales process is much more of a business decision versus an emot4 Reasons to Buy a New Construction Home in phoenix azional one for most homeowners. Also, builder’s incentives make the price quite compelling. Look for these new home builder’s incentives such as

  • Inventory ’spec’s (Completed homes) that are at a steep discount in builder inventory.
  • Closing Costs - often paid through use of Builder’s preferred lender
  • Upgrades at reduced cost on appliances, flooring, counters and cabinets, even pools and patios from Standard features
  • Lot Premium Reductions  - get a premium lot for less

2) Modern Energy Efficient Design - makes a home eco-friendly and “Green” ?

  • New homes with recycled woods and recycled construction waste
  • Non-toxic materials like paints and finishes
  • Energy star HVAC systems
  • Window, screen and awnings to produce shading
  • Dual Glaze e-efficient windows

3) Design your Dream Home - both offers an array of modern floor plans that may include large kitchens with huge family great room, more bathrooms, with steam showers, and jetted tubs, walk-in closets, his and her sinks, Guest Entrance/Casitas, pools, spas, putting greens, fireplaces, home offices, built-in plasma TVs & wonderful use of windows for natural lighting and often spectacular views.  To make matters even more fun you can choose paint color, stonework, flooring, cabinets, landscaping and what seems to be an endless amounts of choices in amenities and design.

4) Long-Term Equity Appreciation- Think New Car Smell! Lets face it, who doesn’t like New vs. Used is as American as apple pie. Think, new car smell. And when it comes to resale, one of the first items looked at when comparing location, size and pricing, is Age of home and modern fixtures and finishings. If you compare equal homes, with equal amenities, the new home is more marketable, more ’sell-able’ and often demand more money

I encourage you to visit the field models and sales office of any of the many great new home builders in greater Phoenix AZ.  The have great homes in builder inventory at prices we have not seen in many many years.

If you are considering buying a new home, please call me today at 480.221.8080 to arrange a visit to some of the best new home builders in your area.

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