Think it’s not the right time to buy? Think again.
Helpful Homebuyer’s Resources to Ease Your Decision
Our homebuyer’s resource roundup is here to help you determine if you are ready to buy. The timing may be better than you think.
Ready to buy but a little unsure? Think the timing is bad because of the rising interest rates? Or are you worried that your financial situation is ideal to buy a home or take on a mortgage? Maybe you’re holding out for a better market, price, interest rate… Regardless of the reason, as you will learn in the following articles and tools we’ve rounded up, NOW is a better time to buy a new home than you may think.
Things to consider while you explore and read these resources:
- If you are planning to stay in the same area or city for more than 5 years, buying a home will most likely cost you less than rent and will be a great financial investment.
- Interest rates are projected to continue rising but many lenders are offering a variety of mortgage products that may make homebuying more affordable than you think. Options like 3/2/1 Buydowns, Rate Locks, Adjustable-Rate Mortgages (ARM) and more may be just the ticket to get you in a brand-new home when you thought it was no longer possible. Many of our Recommended Lenders offer such programs. View our lenders here and reach out to those that may be a good fit.
- Take advantage of our Mortgage Shopping Worksheet to help you compare lenders and mortgage options to find the best fit for your financial situation.
- For those concerned with their credit score or lack of savings for a down payment, many lenders can help you improve both in a short amount of time and even offer a variety of loan types that may accommodate your budget best.
- If you have been struggling to find a resale home or hadn’t considered buying a new home, it may be time to consider all the perks of buying new.
- New homes may be more affordable than you think and are less headache than buying a resale home. There are no surprises and no wondering what the former homeowner forgot to tell you, no major potential repairs lurking around the corner or having to do large projects just to be able to live in your home.
- With a new home, you get just that – a new, never-been-lived-in, home featuring current design trends and backed by our 1-Year Builder Warranty.
Dive into these articles to get started on the pathway to homeownership today!
And when you are ready to buy, meet with a New Home Specialist, we’ve got opportunities and options ready for you to choose from.
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We’ve provided some helpful resources to help you decide what’s right for you based on your life right now.
Top 13 Commonly Explained Terms by Our New Home Specialists
Have you considered buying a home, but the jargon scared you off? Well, you are not the only one. We have put together a list of the most commonly explained words from our New Home Specialists.
New Home Mortgage – How Much Can You Afford?
When you start looking for a home, you should first consider what your budget will allow. Learn how to calculate this amount.
20% Down Payment is a Lie
More so a myth than a lie, learn more about what you can realistically expect to make as a down payment and how your down payment affects your monthly mortgage payment.
Mortgage Loans – Get to Know the Differences
Know your loans and arm yourself with knowledge about the various loan types in preparation for lender meetings.
Financial & Mortgage Tools
Here you’ll find all you need to help you determine if you are financially ready to buy or build a home, how much home you can afford, our Recommended Lenders, prep for your lender meetings, and more!
New Home Specialists Q&A: What Do First Time Homebuyers Need to Know About Buying A New Home vs A Resale Home?
If you haven’t considered buying a new home, we want you to start with a Q&A with our New Home Specialists.
The Miller Family Homes Difference
Regardless of location, all of our homes come with an impressive list of included standard features that include healthy and smart-home features from name brands you know and trust, adding value and instant equity to your home.
Our Pathway to Homeownership showcases what to expect on your journey, including how to get from floor plan selection to move-in day in 13 steps. If you’re buying a home already under construction, you’ll jump into the process at the stage the home currently is in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Discover the answers to our Frequently Asked Questions. Still have questions? No worries, feel free to chat with us, contact us or reach out to a New Home Specialist directly.
Customer Center
Find helpful resources related to every step of the Pathway to Homeownership, everything from more Homebuyer’s Guides to Moving Checklists, to information about our Complimentary Lifestyle Photo Shoot and Spread Your Roots program available to all our buyers.
On Your Land
Looking for something a little different? Our On Your Land program offers homebuyers the freedom to build one of our floor plans on land or a homesite (aka “lot”) they own in an open-build community within our buildable area.
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NEW HOME SPECIALIST
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