Good Reasons to Buy an Existing Home

 

Buying a home is both a logical and emotional decision for most people. Whether to buy new or used will continue to be a topic of discussion as long as there are homes to sell.

Here's why you should consider buying an existing home:

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Existing features

When you buy an existing home, you usually don't have to worry about buying the extras, such as blinds for the windows, a security system, an irrigation system, or a landscaped backyard.

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Land

In many areas, new homes may be built on smaller lots than older properties.

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Established neighborhoods

You know who your neighbors are before you move in.

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Mature landscaping

Less maintenance will be required than when nurturing new plantings.

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Cost savings

New homes cost more in labor and material costs.

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Track record

When you purchase an existing home, you know how much the property has appreciated over the years.

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More room for negotiation

Builders have a number of costs to recoup when developing a new community. You may have more flexibility with a motivated seller.

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Ultimately, what you decide to buy is an individual choice. Whether you buy new construction or a pre-owned property, it's hard to go wrong. In the end, it's all the same: you've bought a home that is to your liking....