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New costs more....is it worth it?

By Mike Rock

Home Builder with Complete Design

February 27, 2016 03:55 AM

Homes are not much different than cars when it comes to price and value. A new car costs more, it has no miles on it and requires less maintenance early on, and in general forever (technology). Homes aren't much different. Inflation drives up the price slowly over the years. Technology helps, but not much tech in lumber. We like to look at it as you can pay us now, or pay us later. Why not pay now and get what you want. Do a build to suit, which means build it for YOU. It is a tad more expensive than off the shelf..but you save in the long run, and get what you want.

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Mike & crew

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Conrad Allen

Re/Max Professional Associates - Webster, MA

Webster, Ma, Realtor

Hi Mike. It's always better to buy new but so many can't afford to it.

Feb 27, 2016 03:57 AM

Mike Rock

Granite Bay, CA

Mike Rock

true conrad.... often the extra costs of a resale are hidden for later. not unlike a used car "can" be

Feb 27, 2016 04:08 AM

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good afternoon Bob. I like the picture and the concept can work. Enjoy the evening.

Feb 27, 2016 06:53 AM

Mike Rock

Granite Bay, CA

Carol Williams

Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA

Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hey, Mike... don't knock it. One more payment and it's mine!

Feb 27, 2016 09:21 AM

Mike Rock

Granite Bay, CA

Mike Rock

the house or the car ?

Feb 27, 2016 12:05 PM

Tammy Lankford,

Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA

Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

I like what I like and so I have to custom build to get what really want.

Feb 27, 2016 10:01 AM

Mike Rock

Granite Bay, CA

Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner

Karen Parsons-Fiddler, Broker 949-510-2395 - Mission Viejo, CA

Orange County & Lake Arrowhead, CA (949)510-2395

I have often wondered. I see so many new homes with problems out here because of the developers cutting corners, the older homes were built with much more quality. That said, a custom home by a reputable builder, like you, would be lots of fun without the worry.

Feb 27, 2016 10:39 AM

Mike Rock

Granite Bay, CA

Mike Rock

Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner and think of the wine and beer after each day of building !!! when a good builder builds, he builds as if he will live there. constantly on top of business...making sure its done right. track builders dont work like that. Small builders can afford to put more quality and kindness into a home cause of lower overhead. at least thats our thought. appreciate the shout out ! thanks karen

Feb 27, 2016 12:04 PM

Anonymous

Danuta Fedycki

Hello Mike, a lot of builders just build the same basis box over and over again. I am sick and tired of it. They may look a lil different but they are the same under the skin. Custom usually means different materials, supplies, better quality, a lot of different things. Yep, expect to pay a lot more. In addition to paying for construction of the home,you have to purchase the land,adding significant costs. In general,buying is a much less stressful process.BUT,the primary advantage of building a new,gorgeous custom home is that it can be build to individuals specifications.Just spell your needs and wants. You better know what you want... I would love it if you build me a beautiful custom Santa Barbara home. Maybe someday.... That's my dream....

Feb 27, 2016 02:09 PM

Anonymous

Danuta Fedycki

Feb 27, 2016 02:14 PM

Marie Westerman

Blanchard and Calhoun Real Estate/ Wilson Parker Homes - Evans, GA

New Homes Sales Specialist Evans GA REALTOR

With the energy efficiency of today's newer homes and the warranty that most builders offer it is much more cost effective in the long run.

Feb 28, 2016 06:46 AM

Mike Rock

Granite Bay, CA

Mike Rock

so true Marie. while workmanship may not be what it used to be 50 years ago.... the technology has come a long way. thanks

Feb 28, 2016 06:58 AM

TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.

Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN

Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

Good morning Mike Rock . How much for the fixer-upper? I'm sure that one can purchase it dirt cheap. – M

Mar 01, 2016 05:25 PM

Mike Rock

it is a great piece of land thou :)

Mar 01, 2016 10:16 PM

Evelyn Johnston

Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN

The People You Know, Like and Trust!

If people could understand how to compare a new home to a new auto and the loss of value in the car verses the equity you will build, there would be even more demand for new construction!

Jul 28, 2016 09:05 AM