When families, or individuals, first begin to think about
purchasing a home, the question often arises as to whether they should buy a
previously owned house, and then add a few personal touches, or whether they
should hire a custom home building company to help them design their own. There
are benefits and downfalls to both, making it a tough choice.
Buying
Buying a new home has certain conveniences that many people
appreciate, like the fact that everything is already done. For example, the
washer hook up is already in place, the walls are already insulated and the
bathroom is all ready to be used. This saves the hassle, and possible conflict
of making major decisions, which can be a huge relief for individuals that are
a bit indecisive. Buying a home means that buyers can move in sooner, and they
may save money in the long run, depending on the house.
The same things that are positives have the potential to
turn into negatives. It may be nice that the washer hook up is already in its
designated spot, but what if it is in the kitchen and buyers would prefer it in
the bathroom. This is a small adjustment, but when a buyer is not satisfied
with the minor things, it can all build up over time. Also, the bathroom may
already be ready to be used, but how old are the pipes?
The pipes, furnace, central air system and the very
foundation of all previously owned homes have been in use for several years
when the building is purchased, and they may need replaced sooner than buyers
are prepared for. A used furnace is more likely to need repaired than a brand
new one, and the same rule applies to everything in the house.
Building
Working with a professional home builder can be fun and
exciting. Every room will be the exact size that the buyer wants or needs,
buyers will be able to have an energy-efficient home, and the ability to
personalize every space guarantees that custom homes will have more
personality. Even the floors will be perfect, whether they are hardwood, tile
or carpet.
Vital components of new homes, such as the furnace, will
have less wear and tear, costing first time buyers less money in the long run,
and less hassle. Last, a professional home builder will make sure that
everything is exactly how the buyer wants it, eliminating the need for
renovations, and the stress that can come with each new project.
Building a house can be stressful for buyers that are unsure
of what they want. Are open spaces better or closed off rooms? Where should the
washer hook up go? Qualified home builders with enough experience can help make
some of these decisions a little bit easier.
The only other downside to custom-built homes is that it may
be more expensive when looking at the short-term cost. Brand new furnaces are
not cheap. On the other hand, most buyers will wind up with a brand new furnace
if they purchase an older (cheaper) house in the long run anyway.
All in all, it boils down to whether buyers would like to
spend a little bit more money when first buying a home for a brand new home
that has been designed to meet their needs, or whether home owners would like
to spend more money in the long run as renovations take place and things, like
the furnace, need replaced. Taking the time and money to hire an experienced
home builder can save families years' worth of stress and hassle.