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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Key New Website Features to Help Your Home Search
Read more: Key New Website Features to Help Your Home SearchWith our latest refresh, RichmondAmerican.com is better poised than ever to help you find your dream home. Let’s check out some of the exciting new website features! Improved Search The search bar now has a much more prominent presence on the home page, making it easier for you to jump right in and find what…
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Pre-House Hunting Checklist
Read more: Pre-House Hunting ChecklistYou’re excited to start your house hunt, and we don’t blame you! But before you hop into your car and head to the nearest new home community, it’s a good idea to lay the groundwork for a successful search. Contact one of our New Home Specialists at 888.500.7060 or visit RichmondAmerican.com to get started today!
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3 Design Trends at our Home Gallery™
Read more: 3 Design Trends at our Home Gallery™2018 has arrived, and with it comes an exciting new line-up of interior design trends. We checked in with our Home Gallery™ experts for their insight into the latest looks, and learned about a few of this year’s most sought-after styles. If finding a new home—or updating your existing home—is on your list of New…
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4 Reasons to Buy a New Home in 2018
Read more: 4 Reasons to Buy a New Home in 2018From your burrito to your phone case, it’s hard to imagine not having a range of choices and styles in 2018. How much more should that apply to an important purchase like your home? If you’ve been browsing Pinterest or Houzz, you may already know the type of finishes you love. The good news: There…
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Which Homebuilder is the Best?
Read more: Which Homebuilder is the Best?Just starting your new home search? Well, you may soon realize that not all homebuilders are created equal. Don’t assume every builder offers the same standard home features and options. Instead, do a little house-hunting homework. Here are some questions to keep in mind when comparing various homebuilders: How long have you been in business?…
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New Home Construction Fact & Fiction
Read more: New Home Construction Fact & FictionWhen you decide to purchase a home, you have several choices. You can buy a resale home that was previously constructed and owned by someone else. Or you can choose to be the very first owner in a never-been-lived-in home! The most common choice for new home construction is to select a homebuilder who will…
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Contracting on a New Home in the Fall
Read more: Contracting on a New Home in the FallWhy October is a great time to buy The leaves are falling, the telltale pumpkin spices are in the air, and homebuyers are making their moves. What makes this season a great time to take the leap into homeownership? Let’s find out now… Avoid the holiday rush When you have a mile-long gift list and…
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6 Features to Look for in Your Next Owner’s Bath
Read more: 6 Features to Look for in Your Next Owner’s BathKitchens are important. Outdoor living spaces top many a wish list. But let’s all take a moment to acknowledge that owner’s bathrooms are where the real pampering takes place. What could be better than retreating to a serene, spa-like space at the end of a long, stressful day—without even having to leave your home? Following…
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What is a Seller’s Market in Real Estate?
Read more: What is a Seller’s Market in Real Estate?In real estate, a “seller’s market” occurs when the demand for housing exceeds the supply. This often results in multiple buyers competing for a single home. Cue the bidding wars… A seller’s market is obviously an ideal time to sell your home—especially if you have built up a lot of equity. But is it the…
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What Does a Homebuilder Do?
Read more: What Does a Homebuilder Do?As you might have guessed, there’s much more to homebuilding than foundation and framing. If you’re thinking of purchasing a new home, read on for what you might expect from different builders. Floor Plan Selections: Homebuilders often have architectural teams that design their own floor plans (including us!), offering a variety of single- and multi-story…
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4 Signs You’re Ready for Your Next Home
Read more: 4 Signs You’re Ready for Your Next HomeOn the fence about buying a new home this year? Following are four signs you’re ready to make a move—and soon! Your home requires major renovations. Current living space simply not working for you? A brand-new home may be a better option than costly, time-consuming renovations. Plus, do you really want to live amidst the…
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Travelogue: Home Trends at KBIS
Read more: Travelogue: Home Trends at KBISLast month, our talented design team traveled to sunny Orlando to attend KBIS, where hundreds of influential brands come together each year to share and discuss innovative new products and trends in the kitchen and bath industry. Here’s a glimpse at what caught our eye, and what might catch yours at one of our Home…