As the summertime closes and fall approaches, many people consider whether it’s a good time to buy a house. This can actually be the best time to purchase since most home buyers wait for the spring. You can locate many opportunities on great homes. This is especially true with new construction, such as with Emmy Homes in Commack New York.
When you go to EmmyHomes.com, you will see a range of new construction homes available. Even in this time of year, you may be able to purchase a new construction home that had not sold over the summer. Similarly, if you want to choose your house and have construction begun, 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) construction can run through the winter. If you’re looking for a new house to occupy at the close of this new school year, start construction now.
As you look for a new home, what issues should you raise?
First, is this a one project contractor or is this someone who builds complete developments? You want to work with a larger scale contractor because they are more likely able to complete the task in the timetable that you’ve allotted. While we have nothing against small builders, if this is the only home that a contractor is working on, what will happen if he runs out of money? What if his electrician gets sick? What if his electrician walks off the job – you could be delayed for weeks or months.
When you’re working with a more substantial builder, they have multiple people in each trade. If they are shorthanded, they can promptly locate replacement workers. In the end, you are far better off with an established reputable builder who will complete the task, as opposed to a small construction company who, unfortunately, can bring a great amount of uncertainty.
Second, look at houses that the construction company has already finished. 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 contractor who under delivers is not worth the savings he can bring.
Lastly, consider the long-term price 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 rated as energy efficient? An “energy star” home meet certain government requirements on energy efficiency. Not only is this good 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 house that, if you need to, will be very marketable for resale. So yes, the summer of 2009 has passed. Nonetheless, there are vast options to purchase new construction as we go into the fall season. Websites, such as www.EmmyHomes.com can show you many choices of homes that are available in your market.
Tips by Craig Axelrod, from Emmy Homes. Emmy is which is one of LI’s premier real estate builders. Emmy’s Commack development features new construction in Commack. Visit EmmyHomes.com for details.
