Buying a home is a huge life milestone! Once you’re at the point where you’re ready to start the journey 1,000 questions and scenarios present themselves. One of the biggest questions is deciding whether to choose new home construction or resale. The right choice for you depends on many factors but the decision comes down to lifestyle preferences and personal priorities.

Here are eight reasons why new home construction may be the better choice for you.

1. Your Home, Your Way

These four simple words are the backbone of Main Street Homes but speak volumes.  There’s nothing like choosing every detail of your home from the early planning stages to adding finishing touches. Building a new home allows you the opportunity to make choices that suit your individual taste and style because you’re starting from the beginning with your perfect home plan, and then selecting your preferred finishes and combinations.

According to the 2019 Zillow Consumer Housing Trends Report, one of the top reasons for buying new construction is,

Brand-new everything with appealing home features, custom finishes and a floor plan that works for a buyer’s lifestyle and life stage, it’s a just-so home that attracts people who know what they want and need and typically have the means to pay for it.

(Source: 2019 Zillow Consumer Housing Trends Report)

1. Peace of Mind

When buying a new construction home you see your home being built and know everything from the foundation to frame is new. This allows for increased peace of mind in comparison to buying a resale home. There is always uncertainty when it comes to buying a resale home and home inspections don’t always uncover hidden issues that can arise a year or two out. 

1. No Expensive Repairs

Home repairs get expensive. Building a new home lets you rest assured that you will have no surprises behind the walls, with your appliances or your home systems, and that you are covered with warranties.

1. Safety and Technology

Building a brand new home provides you with updated building codes, newer home safety features and convenient home packages for sight, sound and security. Just think how technology has changed in the last decade. So that house built in the 30s doesn’t have the same potential as a home built now.

The 2019 Zillow Consumer Housing Trends Report also states,

A feeling of safety matters more to new construction buyers than those buying existing homes: 87% of new construction buyers say it’s very or extremely important that their neighborhood feels safe, compared to 82% of buyers of existing homes.x                      .

1. Fresh and Clean

There’s nothing like taking those first steps in your new home and knowing you’re the first to experience walking barefoot on those floors. The only marks on your new walls will be ones you etch in the doorway to measure your growing family.

1. Increased Energy Efficiency

Homes built today are held to stricter standards for energy efficiency. These standards benefit both the homeowner and the environment with energy efficient features, such as an airtight building envelope, properly installed insulation and Energy Star windows and doors. These features help improve comfort in the home while significantly reducing your utility bills. In addition to saving money, these homes minimize the impact on the environment.

1. Improved Air Quality

Many times new homes offer higher indoor air quality compared to older homes. This results in an overall healthier home environment.

1. Wider Buyer Timeframes

New home builders typically get more buying time frames than those who are purchasing an existing home. These time frames range from a few weeks to a year out. Purchasing new construction allows you to lock in a low interest rate early, while providing more time to prepare for your move.

At Main Street Homes these benefits are proven every step of the way in your path to ownership. 

Main Street Homes Path to Ownership

Selection of Your Dream Home & Homesite:

New Home Consultants will identify the home plans that meet your lifestyle and help you find the perfect homesite for your family!

Completion of Your Paperwork:

When you are ready, Main Street Homes will patiently walk you through signing your Purchase Agreement and explain the details of qualifying with a mortgage company.

Imagine the Design Possibilities:

An experienced Design Team will guide you every step of the way throughout the selection process to create your Dream Home.

New Home Orientation:

Your Construction Manager will walk your home with you—pointing out the features, explaining the systems and teaching you how to operate each of them.

It’s Closing Time:

After your home, loan, and settlement documents are completed, you’ll finalize your settlement documents and receive the keys to your Dream Home!

Breaking Ground:

Once the construction team has your permit, building your new home begins! Weekly progress reports will keep you informed and will address any questions.

ENERGY STAR® Testing:

Your home will undergo inspections, testing, and verifications by a third party to ensure it meets strict requirements set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Warranty and Check Up: 

Once you’ve moved in, Main Street Homes will still be there for you and your family! There is a warranty request portal on the website should you need it.