As the summertime ends and fall approaches, many families wonder whether it's the right time to buy a house. This can actually be the best time to purchase since most purchasers focus on 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 range of new construction houses available. Even in this season, you may be able to buy a new construction house 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 end of this new school year, start the process now.
As you look for a new house, what questions should you ask?
First, is this a one-off builder or is this a builder who builds full 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 do not oppose 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 roofer 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 understaffed, they can promptly find 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 builder who, unfortunately, can bring a great amount of doubt.
Second, look at homes that the construction company has already finished. Do you like them? The artist drawing may be beautiful, but the home may be something else. A construction company who is consistently delivered high quality construction is worth their weight in gold. A shoddy construction company who under delivers is not worth the savings he may bring.
Lastly, 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 maintenance 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 issues 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 passed. Nonetheless, there are vast options to buy 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. - 31385
If you go to EmmyHomes.com, you will see a range of new construction houses available. Even in this season, you may be able to buy a new construction house 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 end of this new school year, start the process now.
As you look for a new house, what questions should you ask?
First, is this a one-off builder or is this a builder who builds full 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 do not oppose 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 roofer 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 understaffed, they can promptly find 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 builder who, unfortunately, can bring a great amount of doubt.
Second, look at homes that the construction company has already finished. Do you like them? The artist drawing may be beautiful, but the home may be something else. A construction company who is consistently delivered high quality construction is worth their weight in gold. A shoddy construction company who under delivers is not worth the savings he may bring.
Lastly, 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 maintenance 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 issues 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 passed. Nonetheless, there are vast options to buy 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. - 31385
About the Author:
Tips by Craig Axelrod, from Emmy Homes. Emmy is which is one of LI's most established real estate builders. Emmy's Commack real estate features new construction in Commack. Visit EmmyHomes.com for more information.
