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Lew Sichelman

Lew Sichelman is a nationally syndicated housing and real estate columnist. He has covered the real estate beat for more than 50 years.

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Why You Need Homeowners Insurance

May 13, 2024 //  by Lew Sichelman

When it comes to insurance and your new home, ask your builder or his insurer about what exactly he’s covered for and what holes you might have to fill in.

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Incentives Can Certainly Help, But Some Have Downsides

May 7, 2024 //  by Lew Sichelman

NewHomeSource explores common home buying incentives, and if they can hurt or help homeowners maintain their home’s value in the long run.

Incentives Can Certainly Help, But Some Have DownsidesRead More

House in the beginning stages of construction.

Should You Buy First or Buy Last in a New Home Community?

May 8, 2024 //  by Lew Sichelman

NewHomeSource breaks down the pros and cons of buying the first houses in a new home community or buying your house as the neighborhood closes.

Should You Buy First or Buy Last in a New Home Community?Read More

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Survey Says: Future Buyers Rate Their Home Design Preferences

May 13, 2024 //  by Lew Sichelman

Ashton Woods 2018 survey outlines what features future homebuyers want included in their new construction home.

Survey Says: Future Buyers Rate Their Home Design PreferencesRead More

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How Credit Scores are Tabulated – And What That Means for Homebuyers

May 12, 2024 //  by Lew Sichelman

NewHomeSource shows you how your credit score gets calculated, so you can get it ready before you apply for the mortgage for your new home.

How Credit Scores are Tabulated – And What That Means for HomebuyersRead More

A very surprised bird

New Home Owners: Be Wary of Door-to-Door Salespeople

October 23, 2019 //  by Lew Sichelman

Homeowners need to be wary of door-to-door sales people, who often target them for scams.

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This is Why Homebuyers Want Killer Outdoor Spaces

November 12, 2021 //  by Lew Sichelman

Homeowners increasingly want fancy outdoor spaces for entertaining and relaxing. Explore the beautiful patios, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, water features, and more found in new homes.

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Why, How and When to Check Your Credit Report

May 11, 2024 //  by Lew Sichelman

Check your credit score before you start applying for home financing. It isn’t scary, you can check your credit score easily and for free.

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Letter blocks lying on wooden table that spell out "HOUSING LOAN".

Don’t Think You Qualify For a Home Loan? Think Again

May 12, 2024 //  by Lew Sichelman

Don’t assume you can’t qualify for a home loan. NewHomeSource breaks down why some people don’t even bother trying to invest in a house.

Don’t Think You Qualify For a Home Loan? Think AgainRead More

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Rural Housing Service Offers C2P Loans

May 12, 2024 //  by Lew Sichelman

If you’re interested in building a home in a more rural environment, you can get special construction to permanent loans from the Rural Housing Service.

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mobile home by the beach

The Ins and Outs of Government Loan Options for Rural Homebuyers

May 7, 2024 //  by Lew Sichelman

NewHomeSource walks you through some of the government backed loan options available to rural homebuyers.

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Why You Shouldn’t Shop by Square Foot

June 3, 2024 //  by Lew Sichelman

Shopping for square footage or price per square foot isn’t always the best route when home buying. Here’s why.

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NAHB Predicts Solid Year for Builders with Rise in Townhome Construction

May 13, 2024 //  by Lew Sichelman

At the 2019 National Association of Home Builders convention, key economists predicted a solid year for builders and new home construction as mortgage rates stay relatively low and townhome production continues to rise.

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Sustainability Symposium Highlights Growing Trend of Green New Home Communities

August 16, 2019 //  by Lew Sichelman

Home builders are increasingly designing whole communities of green, sustainable homes, as highlighted at the recent Sustainability Symposium. But home buyers may not yet be on board.

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