7 ways to keep new home construction costs down
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These 7 simple tips will help you save money by keeping new home construction costs as low as possible. See more in our blog post on GlassHouseRE.com: http://www.glasshousere.com/real-estate-rebate-blog/7-ways-to-keep-new-home-construction-costs-downTRANSCRIPT
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Ways to Keep New Construction Home Costs Down
by Khalil El-GhoulPrincipal Broker
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When deciding whatto choose for your new
construction home,there are some key
choices that will saveyou money up frontand in the long run.
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11. Opt for a smaller lot
Smaller lot =
lower cost
Long-run savings: Lowermaintenance costs
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22. Have an efficient floor plan
More square footage = higher price tag
Long-run savings: Lowerenergy costs
Try not to plan for extraspace that won't be used.
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33. Choose carpet
Save money by choosing carpet.
Long-run savings: Carpet canbe more easily replaced thanhardwood if it gets too worn.
Hardwood options are moreexpensive.
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44. Consider laminate
Opt for laminate for kitchensand bathrooms.
Long-run savings: Laminate iseasily updated and replaced.
It's less expensive than tile orhardwood.
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55. Choose oak or maple
...for your cabinets.
Extra savings: Opt out ofglazes and special finishes.
Hickory and cherry are moreexpensive options.
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66. Opt for energy efficiency
Choose ENERGYSTAR certified
appliances.
Long-run savings: Yearly 20%savings on energy bills
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77. Communication is key
Always ask yourbuilder about costs
and options so thereare no surprises asyour house is built.
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Another way to save money:
Work with an agencythat gives buyers a
cash rebate forpurchasing a home,
like Glass House RealEstate.
Contact us on
our website!
Click here to read thefull article, "7 Ways to
Keep New HomeConstruction Costs
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Thanks for reading!
I'd be happy to speak with youabout buying a new
construction home in the D.C.metro area (and saving some
money at the same time).
Or Contact me
on our website!
- Khalil866-971-5608