Where Do I Begin?...

The decision to purchase a newly constructed home can be overwhelming! You will be faced with the exciting opportunity to build your dream home while at the same time working with a builder who’ll teach you a whole new language – the language of construction terms. How can you make this process easier? Start by asking yourself broad questions and work your way down to the details.

Q: What type of home do you want?
As you look for a new home, consider your current needs and tastes and whether they are likely to change. If you are single; do you anticipate getting married? If you are married; do you plan to have children? If you need flexibility, you may want a traditional single-family home that you can later expand. A condominium or cluster type may better suit your needs if you prefer to avoid yard maintenance. If you or a member of your household has a disability, your builder may be able to build special features such as ramps, wider doorways or more accessible counter heights and electrical switches to better accommodate your needs.

Q: What style of home do you want?
Do you want one floor living such as a ranch, where all the bedrooms are on the first floor? Or would you like a Cape Cod where the master is on the first floor and there are more bedrooms on the second floor? Or would you prefer a more traditional style such as a colonial home, where all of the bedrooms are on the second floor?

Q: What characteristics do you want in your new home?
Do you want a large or a small home? How many bedrooms and baths do you need? Do you prefer open spaces or smaller, cozier rooms? Is a large, well-equipped kitchen important? How about a family room, a study, a computer room, an entertainment room, or a workout area? What special amenities are important to you? Would you like a basement, a fireplace, a porch, a deck or skylights?

Q: How will you finance your new home?
The first step is to get pre-approved so you know how much you can afford. Real Living Mortgage has a variety of mortgage options to help you finance your new home. Our knowledgeable loan officers can help you find the right financing package…click here for further information

Q: How will you select the area?
Choosing the right location for your new home is important. Evaluate the different communities and make sure that you ask yourself the right questions. Are medical facilities and shopping close by? Do you want a home with a private yard or a neighborhood with a lot of people? Is freeway access important and how long will your drive be to work? Do you need to be close to the airport? Are there schools and churches close by and is there recreation available?

Q: Where will you find new homes?
Once you determine the areas you would consider important in your home search, check out the internet, newspapers and magazines to find out what is available. Attend home shows and research area amenities. Then select a Realtor® to discuss different neighborhoods and areas that interest you, and they will take you to the available developments in each area.

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