Build A New Home

I'm thinking of putting in an offer for a new build home tomorrow, but I don't know how the pricing works when you are buying from the developer (George Wimpey in this instance). Is there any room for negotiation, or is the price you see the price you pay?

Any tips appreciated - thanks.

threaten to build the place yourself

2007-06-02 16:00:28 by jonnyjpa

I think I got a great deal on a new build home. Now it's time for the landscape, wiring, and design center appointments. I'm cool in all areas except the design center. Light fixtures, faucets, etc, I can do myself. Is it smart to upgrade the counter tops, cabinets, sinks, etc (major items)? The costs of these items are rolled into the price of the home at closing. OR should I wait until my finances permit and do them myself? The only thing I'm sure on upgrading is the carpet pad.

Kitchen and bath upgrades (especially master bath) are key resale selling points. Also crown molding in the primary living areas is a big plus. Good luck.

2007-02-04 20:11:48 by questions

Price: $11.24

I'm in upper-New England, which has extreme temps. I'd like to make sure that the geothermal system being built w/ my home is a sufficient source of heat so that I must rely on a secondary heat-source only in emergencies.

Also, if the system is advertised as "geothermal-heat" does that mean I should request having a/c added, that the system will not be set up to cool my home?

Thanks.

I dont think you'll have to rely on a different source of heat along with your geothermal system.

geothermal systems heat and cool your home.

Here's a guide on geothermal systems that covers everything from tips for the right system for you, online links, costs ect...

http://tinyurl.com/rdg8yn

2009-05-14 19:02:52 by M W

Price: $19.98 $7.99

Friends of ours are building a new home. They love the look of traditional hardwood, over the laminate versions, but would like something with more durability and less maintenance. We've heard that bamboo dents easily. Can anyone offer other suggestions? Also looking for different options in bathroom flooring. Thanks!

We have always had pre-finished hardwoods and they are very durable. Pre-finished floors have many coats of polyurethane that were allowed proper drying time giving them a tough finish. I have never found hardwoods to be high maintenance. Quite the contrary. I love them for their ease of clean up. Bathrooms need to be either stone or ceramic. With the moisture in baths, floors have to be able to handle the humidity and stones or ceramics are easy to clean. I much prefer stones as they are not slippery. Travertines and similar choices are very nice options anywhere in a home.

2009-08-10 11:28:16 by nugirl

we have looked at a new build which in on the market for 229k (above our budget..). The company finished building about 6-8 months ago, and there are about 12 homes left for sale from approx 80. I don't know much about buying new builds, but was thinking about going in with an offer of 200k. Is this likely to be accepted, or do these firms just stick with a set price?

Good lord, of course you should be negotiating! The housing market is deflated and no-one is spending any money - it is the perfect time to grab a bargain. Going in at £200,000 sounds good to me - you might be lucky - they could accept it! If you have to negotiate upwards fine - don't forget to ask for things like free legal costs, free carpets etc etc. NEVER offer to pay the full price for a house - even a new one.

2008-03-15 05:18:15 by drifter129