If you’re interested in buying a home, you may have wondered whether it is best to buy a new home or resale in Tampa. Each type of home has pros and cons that may affect your decision. 

You may be surprised to learn that one out of every 4 homebuyers purchases a new home. But is it better to buy a new home or resale in Tampa?

To answer that question, our expert realtors have created a new special report titled “10 Secrets Every Homebuyer Should Know” that gives you all the insider secrets to buying a new home versus a resale. For your free copy of our special report, simply complete the form below for instant access.

The Pros of Buying a Resale

There are definite advantages to buying a resale home:

• Resales on average are less expensive
• Closing is faster
• You get the security and benefits of an established neighborhood
• Benefit of mature landscaping

A home inspection of a resale will tell you what hidden problems are lurking – you know exactly what you are getting. You also have the benefit of speaking with the previous owner to get insider information such as the cost of utilities and the best schools in the area.

There are also disadvantages to buying a resale. Regardless of the home inspection, a resale could have problems and need repairs. Worse, if something does go wrong, all the warranties have expired so the entirety of the repair expense falls on you. Some homeowners are horrified to find out that their resale has turned into a money pit with unexpected repairs and expired warranties popping up unexpectedly. 

The Pros of Buying a New Construction Home

There are several important advantages to buying a new construction home. Some people prefer living in a home that no one else has lived in to make it truly theirs. Other benefits of a new construction home include:

• Energy efficiency
• Choice of options and upgrades
• Innovative use of space
• Everything is under warranty

However, there are also disadvantages to buying a new construction home. New construction homes are often built quickly and made to look like the surrounding houses. With the use of cheaper materials, new construction homes aren’t as sturdy as resales. You always have the option of speaking with the builder, however, to find out more about the quality of materials used. 

Buy-Back Guarantee for Both New Home or Resale in Tampa

Regardless of whether you choose to buy a new home or resale in Tampa, when you work with Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty Group of Southwest Florida we guarantee upfront and in writing that if you don’t completely love your home, I will buy it back, guaranteed.

Both an existing home and a newly built home can fulfill your dreams. Whatever you decide will meet your needs, we’re here to help. We’ve already helped thousands of homebuyers like you buy the perfect home.

To find out more about the pros and cons of buying a new home versus a resale, call us at 239-880-3563 or fill out the form below for more information. Don’t forget to ask for more information about our Buy Back Guarantee!