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Buying a New House in the Fall
As the summertime ends and fall approaches, many people consider whether it’s a good time to purchase real estate. This can actually be the best time to buy since many home buyers wait for the spring. You can locate many opportunities on great houses. This is especially true with new construction, such as with Emmy Homes in Commack New York.
If you go to EmmyHomes.com, you will see a variety of new construction homes available. Even in this fall, you may be able to buy a newly built home that had not sold over the summer. Similarly, if you want to choose your house and have construction started, now is the time to speak to the builders. If they can get a foundation in the ground before the frost sets in (more of an issue in the North) your construction can continue through the winter. If you’re looking for a new house to occupy at the end of this new school year, start construction now.
As you look for a new house, what issues should you raise?
First, is this a one project construction company or is this a builder who builds complete developments? You want to work with a larger scale contractor because they are more likely able to see it through in the timetable that you’ve designated. While we have nothing against small builders, if this is the only home that a construction company is working on, what will happen if the builder runs out of money? What if his roofer gets sick? What if his plumber walks off the project – you could be delayed for weeks or months.
When you’re working with a more substantial builder, they have assorted people in each trade. If they are understaffed, they can promptly find replacement workers. In the end, you are much better off with an established reputable builder who will finish the task, as opposed to a small construction company who, unfortunately, can bring a great amount of uncertainty.
Second, look at houses that the contractor has already completed. Do you like them? The artist drawing may be beautiful, but the house may be something else. A builder who is consistently delivered high quality construction is worth their weight in gold. A shoddy builder who under delivers is not worth the savings he may bring.
Finally, consider the long-term cost of the home. Not only does it carry a buy price, but it must be maintained. A well built house may have lower carrying costs. Also, is it energy efficient? An “energy star” house meet certain government requirements on energy efficiency. Not only is this great for the environment, but can yield substantial savings on your energy costs. An energy Star rated house is also desirable on resale. You may plan on living here for 20 years, but unexpected things happen and you want to choose a home that, if you need to, will be very marketable for resale. So yes, the summer of 2009 has elapsed. Nonetheless, there are great options to purchase new construction as we go into the autumn season. Websites, such as www.EmmyHomes.com will show you many options of homes that are available in your market.
Tips by Craig Axelrod, from Emmy Homes. Emmy is which is one of Long Island’s most established home developers. Emmy’s Commack real estate features new construction in Commack. Visit EmmyHomes.com for details.
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