Buying a new home continues to be one of life’s bigger moments. It’s certainly one of life’s biggest purchases. Whether you are purchasing an inventory home or designing one from the ground up, many decisions need to be made along the way – things like financing, style of home, color choices, even the welcome mat. Choosing where to live is just as important as the home you choose to buy. That’s where a Realtor® can help guide you through the process from finding a lot to your first steps over the threshold. In the award-winning community of The Woodlands Hills your new home purchase includes world-class amenities, forested trails, wonderful schools, and a close-knit community.
IT’S THE WARRANTY
At Chesmar Homes, one of their specialties is spending extra time with first-time homebuyers, educating them on the benefits of buying a new home. “We want to make sure they have all the information necessary in order to make an informed decision,” said Heather Conley, New Home Consultant, Chesmar Homes. One of the benefits of purchasing a new home includes knowing that no repairs will be needed. “Existing homes may require a new roof or updates to the HVAC system or have hidden problems that need to be resolved, and these items can be costly to replace,” said Conley. New homes come with a 1-2-10 warranty. The home is warranted for one year for total workmanship, two years for plumbing and electrical and sometimes appliances, and ten years on anything structural.
Financial benefits of purchasing a new home exist, too. Many builders offer monetary incentives that can make buying a new home more attractive to homebuyers. These funds, sometimes as much as $10,000 or $20,000, can be used to contribute to buyers closing costs, to lower the price of a home or to use toward upgrades. Builders can also offer special rates or preferred financing and even buydown rates, bringing the new home purchase well within reach. “These incentives are good for first-time buyers, those who are hesitant to build new, retirees, or anyone not wanting have the worry of paying for costly repairs that can come with an existing home,” said Conley. For those who may have timing issues and are unable to build from the ground up but still want a beautiful new home, an inventory home or spec home is a good option. Builders incentives are also available for these homes. Additional incentives exist for military and those in service industries such as military, law enforcement, teachers, EMTs, etc.
IT’S THE DESIGN
After you’ve chosen your lot and your home style, it’s time to design the interior. When purchasing a new home, buyers can make selections on interior features, so their home reflects their individual style. Choosing the latest in design for features like flooring, tile, backsplash and even paint colors ensures your new home is trending with current styles. An older home may require updating, adding additional costs to the purchase price.
Chesmar’s Design Center is located at the model. “It gives us the opportunity to spend more time and to bond with prospective buyers, so they feel more comfortable making selections and asking questions. Clients can meet with the construction manager, too. Getting to know who is building their home also helps to build rapport. We’re with them all the way!”
IT’S THE COMMUNITY
Candis Hidalgo, Realtor® with Real Broker is also a resident of The Woodlands Hills. She and her family moved here a few years ago from California. She works primarily with families who are relocating to the area. After touring new homes that are popping up all over Conroe, she says her clients keep coming back to The Woodlands Hills because there is just something about it that’s special. As a resident, she understands firsthand the high standards by which The Woodlands Hills is developed and how that makes this Howard Hughes community unique. “Everyone mentions the trees. The community design incorporates them in such a way that they envelop you – in a romantic, comfortable way,” Hidalgo described.
The walking path to the elementary school was a huge factor in their family purchasing a home in The Woodlands Hills. “I don’t have to go on the road and sit in the car lane for 30 minutes,” Hidalgo says. Her children get to “do life” with the same kids with whom they go to school, stopping to play at Teralyn Woods Park on the way back home at the end of the school day. “It’s a unique experience and a beautiful environment,” Hidalgo added.
“The community really fosters a healthy lifestyle making it easy to get outside to swim or bike ride through the trees along the trail and do something that feels effortless and enjoyable, even in the Texas heat,” Hidalgo offered. “You can go out any time of day and see people jogging or riding on the trails, most times you’ll see someone you know. It’s this close-knit feeling that makes The Woodlands Hills a great community for someone who is new to the area,” she explained. Adding, “The Homeowners Association curates community events that help to bring residents together so they can meet one another. The home you choose to buy is more than just the house, it’s about how are you going to live day-to-day, and The Woodlands Hills has a beautiful answer for that.”
NINE BUILDERS
The Woodlands Hills features nine nationally recognized homebuilders with homes in a variety of sizes and styles to fit where you are in life. These builders include Brightland Homes (formerly Gehan Homes), Century Communities, Chesmar Homes, David Weekley Homes, Highland Homes, J. Patrick Homes, Perry Homes, Ravenna Homes, and Westin Homes.
We invite you to visit our stylishly decorated model homes where you are sure to find your new home. We’ll have the welcome mat out for you. Visit TheWoodlandHills.com for more information on builders, homes and the community.
