Should I buy new construction or an older home in Jacksonville, NC?

Home is where the heart is!  But does that mean it needs to be in a home with new stainless steel appliances and energy efficient heating and cooling, or a home with more charm, a brick fireplace and original hardwood floors?

There are many advantages to either option.  But first ask yourself some questions:
In an older home, are you comfortable with the cost of maintenance and repair?  You may need to factor in newer electrical wiring and plumbing, or even just new light fixtures and windows.
Do you have time for maintenance?  Is a "fixer-upper" worth your evenings and weekends?  There will be little projects that will be necessary along the way.
What style do you prefer?
Many of the older homes offer gabled roofing, bay windows, unique trim details and other characteristics.  In newer homes you'll find clean straight lines and open floorplans.  Which would you prefer?
How about location and space?
A lot of the time, older homes were cheaper to construct, and often the land was gifted to the homeowner.  Which meant more land, back in the day.  More recently, neighborhoods are designed for quantity and community so the homesites are significantly smaller.  

Home buying is a process, and sometimes the answers will come easily.  Sometimes the answer deserves some thought and consideration.  Call Amanda for all your home buying needs!  She would love to walk you through the entire process! 

910.545.0450  www.JacksonvilleNCHomeSeller.com