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Choosing your new home

November 23, 2007 · Filed Under First Time Buyers and New Home Construction

A common question we are asked is, how to make a choice between an older home in an established neighbourhood or a newer home in a new sub division?
This is a personal choice and your decision can change with each stage in your life.

A newer home will be relatively maintenance free for 5 - 7 years but you will have to wait 6 - 8 months (approx) for the property to be completed. One of the best features of building is you have the freedom and flexibility to choose all the items in your home (floors, cabinets, bathroom, paint and layout). Some people get overwhelmed at this stage but the end result will be a home YOU want.

An older home has the benefit of being in a mature neighbourhood with mature trees. The neighbourhood and its surroundings have been built allowing you to get a feel for the area. Depending on the age of the house it may still have all or most of its original character. On the flip side, older homes have higher maintenance. There is always something to repair or replace.

Which neighbourhood AND home would you and your family feel most comfortable in?

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