The Pros and Cons of New Construction

The prospect of building your own home is the American Dream. While this endeavor can be one of the most fulfilling events in your life, you need to be aware of the pros and cons to decide if new construction is what you are looking for.

Pros

New construction allows you to design your dream home using the different choices offered by the builder such as colors, fixtures and flooring. Additionally, many builders will help toward the cost of your closing cost provided that you use their mortgage lender and closing attorney. One of the biggest pros is the increased chance of accelerated accumulation of equity in your home : your largest investment. While we cannot forecast investment, history shows that new construction has the most potential for quickly appreciating, allowing you to have a nest egg as your life evolves and your needs change.

Cons

There are only a few cons to purchasing new construction that you be aware of, as the unexpected can be very disturbing to a process that should be very satisfying and enjoyable. The biggest con that you need to be aware of is that the Model Home agent works for the builder — NOT FOR YOU. Many times this is NOT an issue, but in the event that a problem arises, you will need your own representative working for your best interests.

Our Advice

While it does not cost you any extra to have your own agent (it's already in the cost), it could cost you a lot in anxiety, frustration and even possible money when you don't have your own agent to look out for your concerns. The Jim Mills Team can use our vast experience to give you information concerning location, builders, schools and many other factors that can affect this very important investment! We have a strong belief that when circumstances will allow you to build your own home, you should, as this can be a very rewarding LIFE EVENT.

A Personal Message From Jim

1 - BRIARWOOD COMMUNITY IN GOOSE CREEK

• Beazer Homes $126K - $172K
• 9 floor plans 3 – 5 bedrooms
• 1167 – 2621 sq ft 2 – 2 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 1 – 2 car garage

12 - WOODLANDS OF SUMMERVILLE

• Centex Homes $123K - $188K
• 18 floor plans 2 – 5 bedrooms
• 1060 – 2600 sq ft 2 – 3 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 0 – 2 car garage

2 - BROOKWOOD COMMUNITY IN SUMMERVILLE

• Beazer Homes $118K - $171K
• 10 floor plans 3 – 5 bedrooms
• 1167 – 2621 sq ft 2 – 2 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 1 – 2 car garage

13 - THE VILLAGE AT PARK WEST OF MT PLEASANT

• Centex Homes $238K - $272K
• 5 floor plans 3 – 4 bedrooms
• 1477 – 2416 sq ft 2 – 3 ½ baths
• 2 story homes 1 car garage

3 - BARFIELD PARK COMMUNITY IN DANIEL ISLAND

• Beazer Homes $280K - $340K
• 1000 – 1847 sq ft 2 – 3 bedrooms
• 2 story town homes 2 – 3 ½ baths

14 - SUMMERHAVEN COMMUNITY OF SUMMERVILLE

• Ryland Homes $136K - $208K
• 17 floor plans 3 – 4 bedrooms
• 1188 – 2843 sq ft 2 – 3 baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 1 – 2 car garage

4 - HAMILTON GROVE AT GRAND OAKS IN CHARLESTON

• Beazer Homes $174K - $225K
• 7 floor plans 3 – 5 bedrooms
• 1481 – 2430 sq ft 2 – 3 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 2 car garage

15 - OAK FORREST VILLAGE AT WESTCOTT PLANTATION

• Ryland Homes $176K - $220K
• 10 floor plans 3 – 4 bedrooms
• 1529 – 2843 sq ft 2 – 3 baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 1 – 2 car garage

5 - HALLOW OAKS COMMUNITY IN NORTH CHARLESTON

• Beazer Homes $124K - $173K
• 8 floor plans 3 – 5 bedrooms
• 1167 – 2621 sq ft 2 – 2 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 1 – 2 car garage

16 - THE RESERVE COMMUNITY OF HANAHAN

• Ryland Homes $178K - $224K
• 10 floor plans 3 – 4 bedrooms
• 1623 – 2843 sq ft 2 – 3 baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 1 – 2 car garage

6 - IBIS GLADE AT TANNER PLANTATION IN GOOSE CREEK

• Beazer Homes $170K - $216K
• 7 floor plans 3 – 5 bedrooms
• 1481 – 2430 sq ft 2 – 3 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 2 car garage

17 - THORNEWOOD AT PLANTER'S POINTE OF MT PLEASANT

• Ryland Homes $256K - $305K
• 8 floor plans 3 – 4 bedrooms
• 1762 – 2843 sq ft 2 – 3 baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 1 – 2 car garage

7 - OAK HILL PLANTATION IN MONCKS CORNER

• Beazer Homes $118K - $172K
• 9 floor plans 3 – 5 bedrooms
• 1167 – 2621 sq ft 2 – 2 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 1 – 2 car garage

18 - TANNER PLANTATION OF HANAHAN

• KB Homes $104K - $188K
• 18 floor plans 2 – 5 bedrooms
• 1120 – 2300 sq ft 2 – 3 baths
• Single family/town homes 0 – 2 car garage

8 - THE POINTE AT LEGEND OAKS PLANTATION

• Beazer Homes $169K - $214K
• 7 floor plans 3 – 5 bedrooms
• 1481 – 2430 sq ft 2 – 3 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 2 car garage

19 - WESTCOTT PLANTATION OF SUMMERVILLE

• KB Homes $160K - $213K
• 16 floor plans 3 – 6 bedrooms
• 1289 – 2936 sq ft 2 – 4 baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 2 car garage

9 - WESTWOOD AT THE BRIDGES OF SUMMERVILLE

• Beazer Homes $139K - $164K
• 7 floor plans 3 – 4 bedrooms
• 1223 – 1947 sq ft 2 – 2 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 1 – 2 car garage

20 - SUMMER GLEN OF SUMMERVILL E

• KB Homes $125K - $185K
• 13 floor plans 3 – 4 bedrooms
• 1245 – 2583 sq ft 2 – 2 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 0 – 2 car garage

10 - LIBERTY HALL OF GOOSE CREEK

• Centex Homes $123K - $192K
• 27 floor plans 2 – 5 bedrooms
• 1060 – 2400 sq ft 2 – 3 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 0 – 2 car garage

21 - BERKELEY COMMONS OF SUMMERVILLE

• Harbor Homes $110K - $175K
• 7 floor plans 3 – 4 bedrooms
• 1113 – 2948 sq ft 2 – 2 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 0 – 2 car garage

11 - WEATHERSTONE OF SUMMERVILLE

• Centex Homes $125K - $197K
• 27 floor plans 2 – 5 bedrooms
• 1060 – 2400 sq ft 2 – 3 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 0 – 2 car garage

22 - WESTCOTT GLEN AT WESTCOTT PLANTATION

• Harbor Homes $173K - $235K
• 8 floor plans 3 – 5 bedrooms
• 1607 – 3100 sq ft 2 – 2 ½ baths
• 1 & 2 story homes 0 – 2 car garage