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New home sales continue to climb in 2023

Housing Wire

The uptick in the sales pace resulted in just 439,000 new homes remaining on the market at the end of the month, representing 7.9 The backlog of new construction homes continues to emerge into the market just in time for the spring shopping season,” Nicole Bachaud, Zillow ’s senior economist, said in a statement.

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Why Purchasing New Construction Can Be a Smart Move for First-Time Homebuyers

Realtor.com

Getty Images Many first-time homebuyers might presume they’re better off going used rather than new—in other words, purchasing a pre-existing property rather than pricey new construction. Unless you want to be waiting a long time to buy your first home, you should consider new-construction homes.

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Buying New Construction Homes: What You Need to Know

Realty Biz

Buying a new construction home has its pros and cons. As the first owner, you'll enjoy the peace of mind of owning a brand-new property. New homes often require fewer repairs and updates since everything is up to date-and in good condition. For others, typical construction is what they have their hearts set on.

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The Advantages And Disadvantages Of New Construction Homes

Realty Biz

New construction homes are becoming increasingly popular. They offer many advantages, such as the ability to customize your home to your specific needs and wants, and the peace of mind that comes with knowing your home is brand new. It’s important to do your research before picking the new construction home you want to be in.

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New Year, New Home? 9 Myths About Buying a New-Construction House That Actually Aren’t True

Realtor.com

Getty Images Many first-time homebuyers might shy away from the prospect of buying a brand-new home, assuming: It will cost too much. While purchasing new construction is indeed different from purchasing previously owned property, many misconceptions abound about new builds. New construction homes are more expensive.

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Sky-High Lumber Cost Stings New Inventory Production in Market

RISMedia

By Jordan Grice As the lumber industry tries to meet the overwhelming demand for building materials, experts say the supply of homes has continued to dwindle under lagging new construction and rising price tags.

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Opinion: Don’t let red tape strangle city development

Housing Wire

Striking a proper balance starts with recognizing that even the best regulations carry a price tag — and that the bill ultimately gets paid not by developers, but by local residents. Philadelphia recently offered developers a 10-year tax abatement for new construction. The cost of regulation.