Grand Rapids New Construction Homes

New construction vs existing homes. That is a very big decision to make, but an exciting one. Both new and existing homes have their pluses and their minuses. The job of any buyer is to determine your individual preferences and shop accordingly.

Grand Rapids has excellent home builders that pride themselves on their craftsmanship. Below we will be featuring home builders in and around Grand Rapids. We also will be adding some new and existing developments in the Grand Rapids marketplace.

Realty Executives Platinum Group is one of the premier real estate companies in the area. Whether you are preparing to buy or sell a home, we offer the expertise and professionalism to help you through this exciting time. Learn about the benefits of putting our experience to work for you as your Exclusive Buyer’s Agent.

Grand Rapids Gated Communities

Research the various neighborhoods on our Grand Rapids Gated Communities section. Learn about the neighborhoods and research home prices. See what is available and inquire about lots available to build on.

If you are considering selling your home, visit our Home Seller’s Page to learn about the benefits of having the top website working for you.

If you are a builder and would like to be featured on this page, or if you have any questions,
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Advantages of Buying a New Home

For many home buyers, the choice between buying a New Grand Rapids Home or an existing home is easy: new construction homes offer a wide range of advantages that are simply not available in an existing property. Here are some of the reasons that have convinced others to buy new.

You know what you get. With a new home, there are no surprises when you move in. You know how the house was built and what went into it-what you can see and what is hidden behind the walls. You also know exactly how to operate and maintain your home’s systems and equipment. If you have questions later, your builder will be there to give you a helpful and accurate answer.

You get what you want. Why live with other people’s taste in interior decoration? Or spend the next few years redoing the previous owners’ home improvements when you can get what you want from the very start. From layout to cabinets to carpeting, new home builders offer a wide selection of standard and up-grade options. You can pick and choose what suits your own lifestyle, personality and budget.

High-quality construction. The technology of home building has improved tremendously over the past few decades and new homes are built better than ever before. They are solidly constructed and well designed for today’s lifestyles. They are highly energy efficient, with excellent indoor air quality. From heating systems to roofing shingles and windows, today’s building products work better, last longer and often look better. The result is a brand new home that is far more comfortable and healthier, easier to maintain and more enjoyable to live in.

You know the builder. In the end, the quality of your home depends on the quality of your builder. When you buy a new home, you also buy the company’s reputation in the community, its track record with past clients and its commitment to customers. That adds up to extra confidence and reassurance for you.

Well-designed communities. New developments are designed to foster a spirit of neighborliness by carefully balancing private and public areas. Increasingly, verandas and porches present an open and welcoming facade towards the street, while garages are located at the side or back of homes. Walkways and bike paths meander through developments, and playgrounds and ballparks keep youngsters safely occupied. “Neo-classical” developments are now appearing that reflect villages of bygone days, with homes close to the sidewalk, white picket fencing throughout, a “commons” area-some with a bandstand or clock tower-and village stores to serve the community. These developments are attracting a lot of interest from both builders and consumers.

Warranty. Resale homes simply do not come with a comprehensive warranty. If something goes wrong, you have do deal with it, there and then, no matter what it costs. Buying a new home, on the other hand, offers peace of mind. Professional builders stand behind their work with an after-sales service program and a guaranteed third-party warranty. Your builder will explain how this warranty works so you can be sure you are getting the coverage that you want. Ask to see a copy of the warranty document, before you sign a contract.

You know what your housing costs will be. This allows you to budget properly and with confidence-great news for first-time home buyers. With today’s low interest rates and competitive housing prices, home ownership need not cost any more than what you spend on rent. You can buy with as little as 5% down, and the use of RRSP savings (up to $20,000 per individual or $40,000 per couple) can further help to make home ownership a reality a lot sooner than you may have thought possible.

When you buy new from a professional builder, you are in control. You know what you get, and you will get what you want. You also know what it will cost, today and in the future.