New vs "Resale" Homes
As you search for your dream home, you'll probably hear a variety of opinions on whether you should purchase a newly built home or a resale home.
There are advantages to both, and your individual needs, not the age of the structure, should be foremost in deciding which is best for you. For a better idea of which type may be more suited to your needs, let's look at the advantages of both new and resale homes.
Why buy a new home?
Perhaps you love the idea that you can be a home's very first owner. Everything is new and shiny, the neighbors are probably also just moving in, and you can customize the floor plan and colors. Buying a new home can be fun and exciting. Here are some other advantages:
- New homes are built with new materials and appliances, so less maintenance is typically required than with resale homes.
- They often possess more safety features and fewer health hazards to conform to today's building codes.
- Many homebuilders offer warranties in case certain problems develop over time.
- The home's major appliances and systems also typically include manufacturers' warranties.
- They typically feature modern architecture and layout such as great rooms, bigger closets, and additional bathrooms, which often replaces the formal dining and/or living rooms of older homes.
- New homes are usually well-insulated due to better windows, more efficient heating and cooling equipment, and greater use of insulation.
- The homes are often made with materials requiring less maintenance, such as aluminum siding, vinyl windows, and pressure-treated wood decks that resist rot and insects.
- They can be easier to customize than resale homes since you can choose many details ranging from floor plans and paint colors to faucets and light fixtures.
- New homes are more apt to be wired with new technologies in mind, such as being pre-wired for multiple phone lines, high-speed Internet connections and extra cable outlets.
Why buy a resale home?
Housing styles have changed with time, and you might favor more traditional layouts and features. Older houses and neighborhoods may have more character and charm. The trees are full-grown, and the neighbors can tell you all about your new hometown. Here are some other advantages:
- Resale homes may provide more opportunities for home improvements.
- They typically have more land than newer properties due to changes in land-use patterns.
- The homes are often in older, more convenient metro areas rather than outlying suburbs.
- You can use the existing home as a base for building a unique property through modernization or expansion.
- Resales tend to be less expensive than new properties and more likely to come complete with items that may cost extra with a new home such as blinds, landscaping, built-ins, etc.
- Depending on the state, resale homes may have lower property tax rates.
- Owners usually aren't required to pay for the local bonds that are sometimes associated with new development, such as for schools, parks, or road or transportation improvements.
- These homes often have more traditional layouts, which may include such areas as formal living and dining rooms.
- Buyers can most likely purchase a larger home for the same money with a resale than with new construction.
- Buyers often have more room for negotiating the price or terms of sale than new homes.
As you can see, both offer significant, but very different advantages. Keep in mind that the real question shouldn't be about whether to buy a new or used home. It's more about finding which individual property will best meet the needs of you and your family.
New Homes
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- Not In Subdivision Bldg.
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- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100193691 MLS
Welcome to the Hewlett plan built by American Homesmith - 2 story, 3 bedroom 3 bath home with a second floor loft area that offers just under 2000 sqft. The bright entry ...
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- 3 Baths
- 100193668 MLS
New Construction home by TOO Construction Company! Enjoy this 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, plus 2 half bath home on Carolina Beach. This is a low maintenance home with all the...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100193659 MLS
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- 100193651 MLS
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- 4 Beds
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- 100191900 MLS
Welcome to your dream home The Rivermist plan built by Caviness and Cates is a 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home that offers 2695 sqft. The open entry flows past the dini...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100193647 MLS
Welcome to your dream home The Bradley plan built by Caviness and Cates is a 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home that offers 2563 sqft. The open entry flows into the spacio...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100193634 MLS
Welcome to the Hewlett plan built by American Homesmith - 2 story, 3 bedroom 3 bath home with a second floor loft area that offers just under 2000 sqft. The bright entry ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100193583 MLS
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- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 100193574 MLS
The Fairchild floor plan features 1 story living at its best! Huge open kitchen with a center island, granite countertops, and stainless steal appliances. Your master bed...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100193367 MLS
Private and secluded North Harbor Island home on Wrightsville Beach, NC. Unique opportunity to have your own little paradise tucked away in one of Wrightsville's most des...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 100193353 MLS
Presale-New Construction- Southern Gale Townhomes by Laurel Companies. Completion date May 2020. The 'Schooner' floor plan. This unit has been uniquely designed with vaul...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100193175 MLS
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- 4 Baths
- 100193160 MLS
Like new beautiful home with open floorplan, volume ceilings, engineered hardwoods, fireplace, large kitchen island, stainless appliances, granite countertops & pantry. ...
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- 100193150 MLS
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- 4 Beds
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- 100191129 MLS
Welcome to the Claremont! This stunning 3 bedroom/2 bath home is ready for you! Situated near the Cape Fear River and Carolina Beach, Channel Watch is all about Luxury & ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100193040 MLS
This 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 contains stainless steel appliances, granite countertops etc, etc. Enjoy the short walk to the beach.
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100193031 MLS
- Not In Subdivision Bldg.
This 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 contains stainless steel appliances, granite countertops etc, etc. Enjoy the short walk to the beach.
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100193025 MLS
- Not In Subdivision Bldg.
Luxury custom build home by Dennis Moeller Custom Homes features 4000 sqft with 4 bedroom and 3 1/2 baths. Creekfront with exquisite views. Home features include heavyin...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100192994 MLS
Pre sale opportunity on a large, gorgeous home site with golf and water views in the secluded Willow Glen Estates section of Beau Rivage. This plan to be built is the Spe...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100192847 MLS
The Azalea - This beautifully crafted single level home features 3 bedrooms plus a bonus room over garage with a full bath. Covered front porch, formal dining room, brigh...
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- 100192733 MLS
Parsons Mill Farm is a highly sought-after NEW HOMES community offering community pool, cabana & community play field. The Paige floor plan is open, bright & features 4 b...
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