As home buying and building season is now well underway, many potential home buyers are facing the question whether they should buy an existing home or build a custom one. There are many perks on both sides, although building a custom home seems to far outweigh buying an existing one.

Top Three Reasons To Build:

1. Custom Homes can be built to YOUR specifications. Everything is designed with you in mind because you are guiding the design process. Want a bigger pantry or closet? No problem.

2. Less Risk. When buying an existing home the risk can be great and costly especially if a home is a foreclosure. With a new home, you eliminate this risk and you get a warranty.

3. Lower maintenance costs and better energy efficiency. New homes will naturally come with lower maintenance as everything is new. New homes must also meet the most current code and building requirements. Improvements are constantly being made to things like insulation, building materials and appliances, which means a more energy efficient home and lower bills for homeowners.

Still not sure what you want to do? Check out our resource guide on building vs. buying a home