There is an amazing amount of new construction happening in the Tampa area. This has presented home buyers with an amazing amount of opportunity to cash in on the building boom. However, take care to remember that not all new construction homes are perfect, though they may look so. Buying a new construction home should be just like purchasing any other home, regardless of age. Don't allow the fact that the home is new to be the sole reason for purchasing the home.
Many buyers have found themselves looking at new homes and developments that are advertised extensively and have one of the most potent marketing tools available; the model home. Model homes are typically the best of the best. The developments premier home model, showcased with high-priced landscaping, custom interiors done by a top-level designer and expensive furniture. All of the "additional options" are usually shown in the model home so essentially, what is being shown is the best of all worlds. Buyers can be easily overwhelmed by the opulence of a model home, but they sometimes fail to remember that their home will not look quite the same. Change the furniture and add people on a daily basis and a model home loses some of its sterile charm.
Another mistake that some buyers make is assuming that everything is perfect with a new home. It would be great if this was true. No matter how old a home is, it should always be subject to a home inspection. This ensures the structural integrity and correct functioning of all the home's systems such as plumbing, heating, and gas. It is always a good idea to investigate the reputation of the builders involved with new construction projects. Find out what other projects they have been involved with and what the owners of those homes have related. It never hurts to be a smart consumer, do your homework and your home purchase will be that much more secure.
About the Author
Calum and Kathy MacKenzie are experienced and professional Tampa, Florida real estate agents who specialize in helping families relocate to the Tampa area.
