Why Buy New Now in Charleston – the 2020 New Home Advantage

If you are in the process of shopping for a home, one of the big questions you will face in your initial home search is whether you are in the market for a “used” resale home or new construction.  Some homebuyers know right off the bat which avenue they plan to take but if you are uncertain, there are some important points worth consideration.  Buying new construction has some definite advantages, many of which are of particular value as we all proceed adjust to life in the “new normal.”
 
While this may seem obvious, take a minute to consider all of the implications of living in a brand-new home.  Nobody has lived there before you.  No one has cooked in the kitchen, used the bathrooms, or slept in the bedrooms.  The appliances are all brand new, selected per your specifications. The paint is pristine. The floors are sparkling. The space is a blank slate that is entirely yours. New construction provides a fresh level of germ-free cleanliness that cannot be replicated in a “used” home.
 
As more and more people transition to work from home, having a designated home office has never been more important.  If you are trying to carve this space out of a resale home, it’s important to keep in mind how expensive and time-consuming remodel and upgrade projects can be.  Whether it is an official home office or a “flex” space that you appropriate as an office, you are sure to have a bounty of options with new construction that will perfectly suit your needs, help with organization, and provide the perfect work from home space. For example, many K. Hovnanian floorplans feature a “HovHub” that allows you to create a designated workspace and to store and charge technology, all in a way that is part of an open and integrated design.  Beazer Homes has a great selection of Choice Plans™ many of which allocate flex space that can be used as a study. These are just to name a few.
 
The finances behind buying new also have never made more sense.  Interest rates are at historic lows making monthly payments more affordable than ever. The home warranties that cover new homes insure that in an uncertain financial climate, you won’t be stuck with a hefty and unexpected repair bill that might pop up with a used home, like fixing an HVAC system or replacing a roof.  New homes also tend to be lower maintenance, saving you both time and money.  In a similar vein, they are also typically energy efficient with many built-in features and products designed to save energy and money right off the bat, without having to make any changes. 
 
If you have been in the process of shopping for a new home for the last several months, it is likely that have you have been struck by how few choices are on the market.  Listing inventory has taken a substantial dip as homeowners have held off on listing their homes this spring.  That is not the case with new construction.  Deemed an essential business, new construction has never stopped. This is good news for you, the homebuyer.  It means that when you start shopping new construction, you will find a great selection of brand new homes already built and ready for you to move in, or builders willing to construct your home from the ground up.  
 
Lastly, master-planned new home communities are known for their great amenities. From resort-style pools, to playgrounds, to golf, to nature trails…you can find it all.  Travel plans look different for many families this summer and typical vacations are largely falling by the wayside.  Living in a community that offers abundant opportunities for recreation and relaxation make it more appealing to enjoy a staycation in your very own new neighborhood.
 
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