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.
Incentives Can Certainly Help, But Some Have Downsides
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
Should You Buy First or Buy Last in a New Home Community?
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
Survey Says: Future Buyers Rate Their Home Design Preferences
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
How Credit Scores are Tabulated – And What That Means for Homebuyers
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
New Home Owners: Be Wary of Door-to-Door Salespeople
Homeowners need to be wary of door-to-door sales people, who often target them for scams.
New Home Owners: Be Wary of Door-to-Door SalespeopleRead More
This is Why Homebuyers Want Killer Outdoor Spaces
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.
Why, How and When to Check Your Credit Report
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.
Don’t Think You Qualify For a Home Loan? Think Again
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
Rural Housing Service Offers C2P Loans
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.
The Ins and Outs of Government Loan Options for Rural Homebuyers
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
Shopping for square footage or price per square foot isn’t always the best route when home buying. Here’s why.
NAHB Predicts Solid Year for Builders with Rise in Townhome Construction
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
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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