7 ways to keep new home construction costs down

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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!

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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