Category: Buying a home
House hunting? From assessing floor plan needs to touring model homes, we have the expertise to guide you through your journey to homeownership.
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Real Estate Trends to Jump On
Read more: Real Estate Trends to Jump OnSo many exciting trends are happening in real estate! Here are just a few to think about when you’re in the market for a new home. Homes with smaller footprints The tiny house movement takes this trend to an extreme, but even more traditional homebuyers are considering floor plans with a smaller footprint. This may…
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From the FAQ File: Gourmet Kitchen
Read more: From the FAQ File: Gourmet KitchenNot all homebuilders use the same terminology to describe what they’re offering. In today’s issue of our FAQ series, we’ll help clarify what can be included in one of our most popular upgrades. Keep checking the FAQ section of our blog for future Q & A articles. Q: What is a gourmet kitchen? A: A…
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4 Reasons to Buy a Home in the Summer
Read more: 4 Reasons to Buy a Home in the SummerWith vacations on the calendar and leisure in the air, real estate can sometimes slow down in the summer. But if moving isn’t on your mind, you may want to reconsider. Buying a new home during the summer season has its perks! More personalized time and attention If the market is experiencing a seasonal lull,…
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The Advantages of a Spec Home
Read more: The Advantages of a Spec HomeIf you’ve been in the market for a brand-new home, you might have heard something about spec homes—or perhaps inventory homes, move-in ready homes or homes under construction. Our personal favorite is quick move-in homes, but they all refer to the same thing: new homes that builders begin construction on before they’re under contract to…
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Getting Ahead of the Bidding War Game
Read more: Getting Ahead of the Bidding War GamePicture this. A home goes up for sale in a sought-after neighborhood. Maybe it’s located in a well-rated school district or offers an ideal commute to work. You see that the home is in your range and try to beat the competition with a fast offer above asking price (this isn’t the first home you’ve…
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Why Great Schools Matter (Even if You’re Not a Parent)
Read more: Why Great Schools Matter (Even if You’re Not a Parent)There are many factors to consider when purchasing a new home, and whether or not you have children, the quality of area schools is definitely one of them. Buying a home in a highly ranked school district might cost you more up front, but the potential benefits can be significant. The cost of good schools…
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4 Tips for Spring Homebuyers
Read more: 4 Tips for Spring HomebuyersSpring is here! What does that mean for your homebuying journey? Here are some tips to help you get into your dream home this season. Get preapproved. This is a tip we mention all the time, but it’s especially important in the spring. Knowing what you can afford can give you a leg up during…
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7 Steps to Making a New Home Purchase
Read more: 7 Steps to Making a New Home PurchaseWhether you’re a first-time buyer, you’re new to new construction, or you simply haven’t bought a home in years, we’d like to demystify the process for you! Here are the first steps involved in making a new home purchase. Save for a down payment It may be the first step when buying any home, yet…
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From the FAQ File: Countertops, Cabinets & Other Fixtures
Read more: From the FAQ File: Countertops, Cabinets & Other FixturesQ: What brand of countertops does Richmond American use? A: Countertops vary by market, but they’re typically offered in a variety of popular colors, materials and brands, including granite and Silestone® quartz. Contact your local Home Gallery™ for more details on what’s available near you. Q: What brand of cabinets does Richmond American use? A: Each of…
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Comparing Builder Websites and Third-party Real Estate Websites
Read more: Comparing Builder Websites and Third-party Real Estate WebsitesWhat do websites like Zillow, Redfin and Realtor.com have in common? They aggregate data from multiple-listing services (MLS), enabling them to show you home listings from a variety of sellers. This includes resale listings from homeowners as well as new home listings from builders. But did you know you may be missing out if you…
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3 Reasons to Choose New Homes Over Resale
Read more: 3 Reasons to Choose New Homes Over ResaleThe new home vs. resale debate is something every homebuyer must face. Will you shop for both new construction and resale? Just new homes? Only resale? There are many factors to consider with this choice. As a homebuilder, we’re biased toward new construction, but we also understand the benefits to buying new many people tend…
