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Pre-ConstructionHomes.com Has All the Information You Need to Buy the Perfect New Home

A key advantage of new homes is that you get to choose features and finishing touches before your home is built, selecting your favorite colors, styles, and materials in many important product categories.

What Do New Home Buyers Prioritize?

A 2013 survey by the National Association of Home Builders on “What Homebuyers Really Want” revealed the top two areas important to most homebuyers today: energy efficiency and storage. According to the survey:

• 94% of buyers want Energy Star-rated appliances.
• 91% of buyers want an Energy Star rating for the whole home.

New homes are designed from the start to save energy, with features like energy-efficient windows, HVAC systems, enhanced insulation, and advanced air filtration. These homes also often use low-VOC materials, improving indoor air quality—a critical factor for those with allergies or asthma.

Custom vs. Production Builders: Which Is Right for You?

Builders fall into two main categories:

• Production Builders: Construct multiple homes simultaneously using pre-designed floor plans. Buyers personalize from a menu of options.
• Custom Builders: Create unique homes, often collaborating with architects. Flexibility ranges from modifying existing plans to starting from scratch.

Production builders often benefit from bulk material pricing and faster timelines, while custom builders offer greater design freedom. Hybrid models also exist, blending customization with production efficiency.

Design and Location: Key Considerations

When choosing a builder, consider:

1. How much input you want in your home’s design.
2. Whether you prefer urban infill lots or master-planned communities.

Master-planned communities often include amenities like parks, pools, and retail spaces, while infill lots offer proximity to urban centers. Both options may require HOA membership.

Building on Private Land

Many builders specialize in “build-on-your-lot” (BOYL) homes. Key steps include:

• Assessing land feasibility (utilities, zoning, etc.).
• Selecting a builder with experience in your desired style and location.

Selecting a Custom Builder: Tips

• Tour completed homes to evaluate craftsmanship.
• Review detailed lists of included features and materials.
• Interview builders to ensure alignment on vision and budget.

Financing a custom home often requires a construction loan, so involve lenders early in the process.

Your New Home Awaits

Whether you choose a production or custom home, the result is a space tailored to your lifestyle. For more insights, download the free eBook New Home 101: Your Guide to Buying and Building a New Home.